Monkey Flower (Mimulus ringens)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Monkey Flower
Mimulus ringens

Monkey Flower
Monkey Flower
 
Features

Violet, lobed flowers which resemble faces.

 
 
Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist to wet soils.

 
 
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Purple
 
 
Bloom Season
June - September
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.

 
Additional Notes
Found in swamps and other wet places.