Monkey Flower
Hummingbirds are regular visitors to the bright blue flowers of Monkey Flower. This fast-growing wetland plant is easy to grow from transplants or seeds. Combine with other low growing wetland plants such as Irises and Lobelias for a low profile rain …
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
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Soil Moisture | Moist, Wet |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Height | 1' - 3' |
Bloom Color | Blue |
Bloom Time | June, July, Aug |
Spacing | 1' |
Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Root Type | Rhizome |
Benefits | Butterflies, Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Host Plant |
Seeds per Oz | 2500000 |
Propagation Treatment | Moist Stratification |
Days to Moist Stratify | 30 days |
Direct Sowing Time | Early Spring, Fall |
Hummingbirds are regular visitors to the bright blue flowers of Monkey Flower (Mimulus ringens). This fast-growing wetland plant is easy to grow from seeds or transplants. Combine it with other low-growing wetland plants such as Irises and Lobelias for a low profile rain garden. Monkey Flower is a host plant and nectar source for the Common Buckeye and Baltimore Checkerspot butterflies.