Scarlet Monardella
Monardella macrantha
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A compact California native perennial with tubular scarlet flowers that attract hummingbirds over a long season. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in dry, sunny locations with minimal water.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California (Sierra Nevada foothills and mountains)
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Marion Sampson is a long-blooming cultivar known for exceptionally large scarlet flowers and extended flowering season, making it a superior ornamental selection for hummingbird gardens.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A compact California native perennial with tubular scarlet flowers that attract hummingbirds over a long season. Hardy and drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in dry, sunny locations with minimal water.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Scarlet Monardella grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
California (Sierra Nevada foothills and mountains)
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Marion Sampson is a long-blooming cultivar known for exceptionally large scarlet flowers and extended flowering season, making it a superior ornamental selection for hummingbird gardens.