Mimulus puniceus |
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Red Monkey Flower |
Description
Red Monkey Flower is an evergreen shrub 18 in. to 3 ft. with numerous red tubular flowers. It is a California native that is drought tolerant. It attracts hummingbirds. - Cornflower Farms
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation systems at least once per month (or after each mowing).
Monitor each cycle to identify obvious problems and to confirm that all of the components are functioning properly.
Contact your water agency for assistance.