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Mimulus Cardinalis

Common name: Scarlet monkey flower Cardinal monkey flower

An excellent option to brighten your garden with the vibrant red of Mimulus cardinalis - a good choice for any flower enthusiast.

-5 to -10°C
Good for Pollinators

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With a common name almost as noticeable as the plant itself Mimulus cardinalis is a 'must-have' for anyone with a damp garden or pond area. Cheekily known as the Scarlet Monkey Flower it is claimed that the trumpet shaped blooms resemble a smiling monkey's face - not sure we can see it but it's a cute name, nonetheless. Plant at the margins of a pond or in a bog garden and this intriguing plant will flower from June to August with a snapdragon-type flower in shades of scarlet and yellow with fascinating markings to the centre of each bloom. Foliage is slightly sticky and furry with a lush and vibrant hue which adds even more to the exotic looks of Mimulus cardinalis.Although unfussy on soil type, plants prefer a sunny or partially shaded spot with any aspect other than north facing. A hardy, herbaceous aquatic perennial which reaches 90cm tall and spreads up to 50cm. Foliage emerges in April and dies back below ground in October, returning the following spring.
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Key Information
Latin Name Mimulus Cardinalis 9cm Pot
Common Name Scarlet monkey flower Cardinal monkey flower
Hardiness H4 (-5 to -10°C)
Colour Red
Type Perennial
Format 9cm Pots
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 0.90 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.50
AGM Yes
Soil Conditions Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for Ponds Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes

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