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Monkey Flower (Ecotype 59)
Monkey Flower (Ecotype 59)
Pickup your preorders in store beginning: late April
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Monkey Flower (Mimulus ringens)
A striking native for wet soils—now available for pre-order in 1-gallon size.
Monkey Flower brings unique, snapdragon-like violet-blue blooms held above upright green foliage. Naturally found in moist meadows and along streambanks, it’s an excellent choice for rain gardens, low areas, and consistently damp sites. Its distinctive flowers are especially attractive to bumblebees and other native bees, adding both ecological value and natural beauty.
This locally sourced native ecotype is grown from seed collected right here in Connecticut.
Pre-Order Now for Spring Pickup!
Why You’ll Love It:
- Eye-catching violet-blue flowers with a unique shape
- Thrives in moist soils and rain garden settings
- Excellent nectar source for native bees
- Locally grown from Connecticut seed
How to Make It Happy:
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist to wet soils preferred
Water: Requires consistent moisture; not drought-tolerant
Height & Spread: 2–3 ft tall × 1–2 ft wide
Hardiness: Perennial in zones 3–8
Ecological Notes:
✔ Nectar: Bumblebees (primary)
✔ Pollen: Bumblebees
Get the Plants You Want
Get the Plants You Want
Preordering is the best way to make sure you get the plants you’re excited about—before they sell out. It also allows us to grow intentionally, reduce waste, and plan more thoughtfully.
We’re always curating new and exciting plants for our preorder program. Order one or order many—we’ll keep everything organized and ready for an easy pickup.
Pre-order Details
Pre-order Details
This plant is grown specifically for our preorder customers. Because it’s custom-grown just for you, all preorder items are final sale. Once you’re notified that your plants are ready, we ask that they be picked up within one week.
Pick-Up Information
Pick-Up Information
Monkey Flower (Ecotype 59) is expected to be ready for pickup (Late April). You’ll receive an email when your plants are ready with pickup details. From the date of notification, plants should be picked up within one week. After that window, we can’t guarantee availability.
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