Mimulus cardinalis |
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Scarlet Monkeyflower |
Description
This herbaceous perennial has soft green leaves with bright red/scarlet flowers that bloom in the spring. Requires regular water. Prune back regularly to maintain shape. Great for natural water gardens/meadows. High water needs, best used along riparian or pond areas, in wet soils, or on properties with high rainfall or water tables.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.