Mimulus ringens
Mimulus ringens | Allegheny monkey flower
Mimulus is a deer-resistant native wetland plant that is often found on pond edges, along sunny stream banks, or in wet meadows. It tolerates seasonal standing water and produces attractive clear blue flowers beginning in early summer. This perennial wildflower can adapt to gardens with moist soils and is a perfect companion to swamp milkweed, blue flag iris, and blue lobelia.
LOCAL ECOTYPE
Mimulus ringens | Allegheny monkey flower
Mimulus is a deer-resistant native wetland plant that is often found on pond edges, along sunny stream banks, or in wet meadows. It tolerates seasonal standing water and produces attractive clear blue flowers beginning in early summer. This perennial wildflower can adapt to gardens with moist soils and is a perfect companion to swamp milkweed, blue flag iris, and blue lobelia.
LOCAL ECOTYPE
Mimulus ringens | Allegheny monkey flower
Mimulus is a deer-resistant native wetland plant that is often found on pond edges, along sunny stream banks, or in wet meadows. It tolerates seasonal standing water and produces attractive clear blue flowers beginning in early summer. This perennial wildflower can adapt to gardens with moist soils and is a perfect companion to swamp milkweed, blue flag iris, and blue lobelia.
LOCAL ECOTYPE
HABIT
Height: 2-4’
Bloom Time: mid-summer
SITE CONDITIONS
Light: full sun, part shade
Soil: wet, medium-wet, average
CULTIVATION TIPS
Establishment: easy from transplant; reseeds readily in medium-wet soils
Deer Resistance: high
INTERACTIONS
Pollinator Support: moderate
Host Plant For: Baltimore checkerspot butterfly, Common Buckeye butterfly
CONSERVATION
Native Range: local ecotype
Seed Origin: Fairfield County, NY