Plant Description
Mimulus guttatus
A bright yellow perennial with bell shaped flowers that grows up to 30 inches tall. It does best in bright sun or partial shade and prefers moist soils. It attracts pollinators like bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies.
A yellow flower with five petal-lobes and a background of green leaves.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | Up to 4 ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Life Span | Annual |
| Moisture Use | Consistent water |
| Drought Tolerance | None |
| Deer Browse | No |
| Wildlife Value | Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, other small birds and mammals |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 4-10 |
| Bloom Time | April-September |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Habitat Type | Streamside or Woodland |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Clade | Eudicots |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Phrymaceae |
| Genus | Mimulus |
| Species | M. guttatus |
