Mimulus Cardinalis Scarlet Monkeyflower

Mimulus Cardinalis | Scarlet Monkeyflower

Mimulus Cardinalis, also known as Scarlet Monkeyflower, has downy light green leaves with pretty tubular scarlet flowers that bloom throughout the summer. This plant can be trimmed as required at any time during the growing season. Removing seed heads encourages prolific flowering.

Marginal plants are great for ponds, and will add colour, interest and wildlife habitat to your garden. Marginal pond plants like Mimulus Cardinalis, Scarlet Monkeyflower, make a wonderful and easy addition to any garden pond edge.

Where do you plant marginal pond plants?
Marginal Pond Plants, such as the Mimulus Cardinalis - Scarlet Monkeyflower can be placed in the shallow areas of a pond. This is usually around the edges, or margin, of the pond. Certain types of marginal pond plants can be planted out of the pond water in damp ground, ideal for a bog garden or water garden display.

For a guide to planting and maintaining marginal plants please click here.

Features
Max. Height: 30-50cm
Growth Rate: Fast
Type: Freshwater Pond Marginal
Flowers: June - August
Position: Full sun
Planting Depth: 0-10cm

Please note: photo is for illustrative purposes and depending on time of year and growth rate may not reflect exactly what you receive. Pond Plants are shipped directly from the grower and are subject to a one-off £5.99 delivery surcharge regardless or order size/value. Please allow 3-10 working days for delivery on average.