Erythranthe cardinalis [golden form]

Also Known As

Mimulus cardinalis 'Golden Form'
Mimulus cardinalis [golden form]
Golden Monkey Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Erythranthe cardinalis [golden form] plant details

Erythranthe cardinalis [golden form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erythranthe cardinalis [golden form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erythranthe cardinalis [golden form]

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The seed for this golden flowered form of “Scarlet Monkey Flower” was collected from a plant on Santa Cruz Island. It is a robust plant with five velvety, gold to orange petals that form a large (to 2”) flower with long, protruding, creamy yellow stigma & anthers. The flowers are carried high above the leaves & are borne early Summer-Fall. The stems do tend to get leggy, so cut back periodically. In nature, M. cardinalis grows along streams so it won’t want to dry out. Excellent hummingbird plant! Grows to 2’ tall & 1.5’ wide.