Common Name
Monkeyflower
Allegheny monkeyflower
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
5.0
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
Tidal freshwater marshes, calcareous fens and marshes, alluvial swamps, sandy or gravelly shores and bars, wet meadows, and various disturbed alluvial habitats. Frequent throughout.
Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies. Host plant for the Common buckeye (Junonia coenia) and Baltimore checkerspot (euphydryas phaeton) butterflies. Pollinated by bumblebees.
Notes: Can be used in container gardening in sun or part shade. Container should not have holes
Flower Color
Blue
Red/burgandy
Pink
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Soil Texture
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)
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