Common
name: "Monkey Flower"
Latin name: Mimulus x hybridus Magic Mix
Class:
Annual
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 6" to 8"
Spread: 6" - 8"
Flowers: Spring - Fall
Available cultivars: 1
Origin:
Hybrid
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: Mimulus
hybridus 'Magic Mix'
Cultivation:
This hybrid "Monkey Flower" was developed by
crossing Mimulus guttatus with Mimulus lutens. The Magic series is
a vigorous grower that's an early to bloom variety that produces
small flowers in shades of red, orange, yellow, cream, pink, and
an occasional flower with a speckled throat. Monkey Flower is an excellent choice
for patio containers or bed borders.
Plant Magic Mix Monkey Flower in fertile well drained soil in
light shade. Space new plants 6" to 8" apart. The soil
should be kept moist for best growth. Feed bi-weekly with a
balanced liquid fertilizer.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Aphids or powdery mildew.
