Monardella macrantha
$7.15 – $7.90
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Red Monardella
Red Monardella is a perennial herb that forms low tufts of slender stems lined with thick, shiny green leaves. Red Monardella is evergreen and can tolerate cold temps down to 15° F.
Grows up to 1ft. tall and 2 ft. wide with clusters of bright red to yellow colored tubular flowers that bloom from early summer to fall, providing a delectable nectar source for hummingbirds.
It has a reputation for being difficult to get established and relatively short-lived, but its showy flowers and fabulous fragrance are worth the effort!
Lifeform: Perennial
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
| Container | 4", 4"-n |
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| Ecological Value | Provides pollen and nectar to a variety of pollinators. |
| Historical Uses | No Historical Uses found |
| Distribution | It is native to coastal mountain ranges of southern California and Baja California |
| Elevation | from 2,000 ft. to over 7,500 ft |
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| Habitat | Chaparral and woodlands of southern California mountains |
