Mimulus x aurantiacus 'Cherry'

How exciting that there are now so many colors of our native “Sticky Monkey Flower” to include in our gardens. This low water, pretty CA native shrub has good-sized flowers of a choice raspberry color, as well as a vigorous disposition. And gives you with extra karma points, as it's a magnet for both hummingbirds & butterflies. Grows in many exposures, from blaring sun to almost full shade, but is much showier in sun. Be judicious with your water once this plant is established in your garden, as it prefers a life of neglect– low water, low fertilizer, little maintenance! Occasional, deep watering is recommended during the dry months, but regular watering is the death of many a Mimulus. In super dry conditions, the plant will live, but may go partially dormant during the dry times. Light pruning to shape in early Spring is really all this plant requires to keep looking good for many years to come. Grows from 2-3' high & wide. DRY SHADE & CLAY TOLERANT!

Claire Woods
Propagator