Monardella villosa ssp. obispoensis

Also Known As

Monardella obispoensis
Monardella villosa obispoensis
Monardella villosa var. obispoensis
Coyote Mint
San Luis Obispo Coyote Mint

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

7a-10b

Monardella villosa ssp. obispoensis plant details

Monardella villosa ssp. obispoensis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Monardella villosa ssp. obispoensis

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, edging plant, fragrant, fragrant foliage, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Monardella villosa ssp. obispoensis

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fuzzy, compact, evergreen perennial with round, gray-green leaves and large, intensely fragrant, lavender flowers relished by butterflies and the occasional hummingbird in spring and summer. Height and width to 18". Shape is largely upright. Excellent plant in heavy, clay soils where drainage is poor. Best in full sun with occasional watering. Excellent in coastal areas. Frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7.