Sierra Bush Monkeyflower

Diplacus Grandiflorus

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Overview

Diplacus grandiflorus, or Sierra Bush Monkeyflower, is a vibrant perennial native to California. This shrub reaches 1-3 ft in height, bearing large, showy orange to reddish flowers in spring and summer. It thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it needs minimal watering, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Attracts pollinators like hummingbirds and bees, adding ecological value to gardens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Climate Temperate

Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — Diplacus grandiflorus, or Sierra Bush Monkeyflower, is a vibrant perennial native to California

Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — This shrub reaches 1-3 ft in height, bearing large, showy orange to reddish flowers in spring and summer

Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — Diplacus grandiflorus, or Sierra Bush Monkeyflower, is a vibrant perennial native to California

Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — This shrub reaches 1-3 ft in height, bearing large, showy orange to reddish flowers in spring and summer

Sierra Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Grandiflorus) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil

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