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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

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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