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Mimulus

(Scrophulariaceae - snapdragon family)
About 45 spp. of perennial herbs native to Europe, Asia and N Amer Mertensia was derived from the renowned botanist Frank Mertens back in the 18th Century.

ringens peren • ht 2-4' • zones 3-8

Alleghany monkeyflower


native, moist - wet, sun - part shade
e N Amer

In summer the upright stems bear many well-spaced, blue-violet flowers with a splash of yellow in the center. Occuring naturally in swamps, streambanks, shores and damp meadows, this plant prefers a moist, fertile soil but is fairly adaptable in cultivation.

cat # 6I6J
$7.95 each / 3+, $7.50 ea