Monkey Flower
Mimulus X Hybridus
Overview
Monkey Flower, Mimulus x hybridus, is a vibrant perennial, blooming in shades of yellow, orange, pink, and red. Ideal for adding splashes of color to partially shaded areas, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Typically grows 1-2 feet tall with a 1-foot spread. Deadheading promotes continued flowering. Hardy and relatively low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators while resisting deer. Perfect for border accents or waterside plantings. Zones 9-11.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–10Type Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
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