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Erythranthe lewisii

Also Known As

Mimulus lewisii
Lewis Monkeyflower

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

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

planting zones

5a-10b

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Erythranthe lewisii plant details

Erythranthe lewisii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erythranthe lewisii

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erythranthe lewisii

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mimulus lewisii is known as Lewis' or great purple monkeyflower. It is a spectacular BC native with large trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink to magenta with orange and yellow in the throats. It is popular with bees. Loves moist soils. Now known scientifically as Erythranthe lewisii.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This gorgeous Mimulus frequents stream margins... mtn.hikers [nursery men also!] have marveled at its glowing rose-pink [flowers on 1-2' stems] (J.L.Clark). It's fragrant too but hard to keep happy. Sun/Wet-Med