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    • Photo of Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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    Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 5a-10b

    Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida plant details

    Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous blue and green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
    Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
    Uses: cottage garden, fragrant foliage

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida

    USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The greenish-gray foliage of this sub-shrub has yummy mint-scented foliage which can be used to make a refreshing tea. The 1” light purple-pink flowers are charming little mop heads, appearing in Summer & also provide food for bees & butterflies. Native to the foothills in California as well as Oregon & Washington. Grows to about 2’ tall & wide & prefers well-drained soil. Can take sun on the coast but give it some afternoon shade in hotter areas.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida plant

    How to Grow Monardella odoratissima subsp. pallida

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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