Sharp-wing monkey-flower
Mimulus alatus
Sharp-wing monkey-flower is a native wetland perennial that produces attractive lavender to lilac tubular blooms throughout summer. It thrives in consistently moist to wet soils and is an excellent choice for rain gardens, pond edges, or boggy areas with partial shade. Regular moisture is essential — avoid letting the soil dry out — and the plant will reward you with long-lasting color that attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Flowers
blue
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Water Generously And Do Not Allow Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.2 – 7.8
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 22, 2021 by Sarah Cornell (cc-by-sa)
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