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Diplacus 'Junipero Serra'

Also Known As

  • Mimulus 'Junipero Serra'
  • Junipero Serra Shrubby Monkey Flower

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Diplacus 'Junipero Serra' plant details

Diplacus 'Junipero Serra' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Diplacus 'Junipero Serra'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: floriferous, native plant, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Diplacus 'Junipero Serra'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Of all the shrubby monkey flowers we've grown this one has perservered in the garden with delicious orange sickle orange flowers. 1 ft tall x 2 ft wide. Sharp drainage.

Gardening facts about Diplacus 'Junipero Serra' plant

How to Grow Diplacus 'Junipero Serra'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Mimulus 'Robin', Robin Monkey Flower

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
Photo of Diplacus 'Robin' flower by Andesite Native Plant Nursery
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Scientific Name: Diplacus 'Eleanor'

aka Eleanor Monkeyflower

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9b-10b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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aka Mimulus 'Georgie White', Georgie White Monkeyflower

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - shade
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Diplacus 'Georgie White' PP22917 flower, foliage by Cactus Jungle
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aka Mimulus 'Jack', Mimulus cv. 'Jack', Jack Monkeyflower, Monkey Flower, Monkeyflower, Musk, Red Monkeyflower

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
Photo of Diplacus 'Jack' flower by Far Reaches Farm
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aka Mimulus 'Pamela', Pamela Monkey Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - low
Photo of Diplacus 'Pamela' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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