Monardella macrantha 'Marian Sampson'

Common Name:
Scarlet monardella
Plant Type:
Evergreen perennial
Family:
Lamiaceae (The Mint Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
Low
Landscape/Garden Uses:
shade gardens
Flowering Season:
Spring and summer

Flower Color:
Red
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to occasional watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less

This species forms low mats with dark green, shiny leaves. In late spring and summer its heads of large scarlet, tubular flowers nestle among the leaves. The cultivar 'Marian Sampson', selected by Ed Sampson at Mourning Cloak Ranch, forms tight mats of small dark leaves, with brilliant red flowers. It is well suited for rock garden and container use. Sun to part shade, well drained soils, occasional watering when established. Hardy to 10 degrees F. or less.