Diplacus 'Glowing Orange'

Also Known As

Mimulus 'Glowing Orange'
Glowing Orange Monkey Flower

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

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

planting zones

8b-10b

Diplacus 'Glowing Orange' plant details

Diplacus 'Glowing Orange' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Diplacus 'Glowing Orange'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Diplacus 'Glowing Orange'

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

And yet another, evergreen mimulus, known affectionately as sticky monkey flower for their tacky green leaves, and prized for the brightly colored flowers, bright orange in this cultivar, on small shrubs, to 1-2' tall x 2-3' wide. Best in sun to part shade where drainage is good and summer water is provided sparingly or not at all. Plants flower in spring and go dormant in summer, the perfect time prune back and refresh. Frost hardy in mid-USDA zone 8.