Diplacus grandiflorus [creamy yellow flowers]

Also Known As

Mimulus bifidus [creamy yellow flowers]
Monkeyflower
Yellow Mock Azalea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

8b-10b

Diplacus grandiflorus [creamy yellow flowers] plant details

Diplacus grandiflorus [creamy yellow flowers] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Diplacus grandiflorus [creamy yellow flowers]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Diplacus grandiflorus [creamy yellow flowers]

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Perhaps more properly placed in the species M. aurantiacus, this is still a shrubby monkeyflower, a California native selected by Suzanne Schettler for its creamy yellow flowers up to 2.5" wide and ruffled, produced year round where frosts are light. To 1-3' tall and evergreen, these plants tolerate summer drought, going dormant until the fall rains begin. Accepting of summer water as well where soil is well-drained and light is bright. Frost hardy to 15 °F, mid USDA zone 8.