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Monardella odoratissima

Also Known As

  • Monardella odoratissima subsp. euodoratissima
  • Monardella odoratissima subsp. odoratissima
  • Monardella odoratissima var. neglecta
  • American Pennyroyal
  • Coyote Mint
  • Mountain Monardella
  • Mountain Pennyroyal
  • Western Pennyroyal

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5b-10a

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Monardella odoratissima plant details

Monardella odoratissima is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monardella odoratissima

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monardella odoratissima

USDA Zones: 5b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very fragrant (minty), mounded plant. Best with occasional water. Native American tea plant.

Gardening facts about Monardella odoratissima plant

How to Grow Monardella odoratissima

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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