An unusual Mimulus equally at home in the herbaceous border or the bog garden. Its tall stems bear bright orangey red flowers with curled back petals from June to August. It is happy in either sun or partial shade. Height 40-50cm (15-18")
Common NameScarlet Monkey Flower
Approx Height (10 yrs.)30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer to Autumn
Edible Leaves, Seed or BerriesEdible Leaves
Edible FlowersEdible Flowers
Flower ColourRed
Plant TypeHerbaceous