Monardella villosa x purpurea
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Species Name: Monardella villosa x purpurea
Common Name: Coyote Mint hybrid
- A lovely hybrid of two of our native coyote mints. It produces typical purple flowers that attract butterflies and has scented foliage. Does well both on coast and inland. Excellent for aromatic and butterfly gardens.
- Plant Family: Lamiaceae
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Height by Width: 2' H x 2' W
- Growth Habit: Low, trailing
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- Soil Preference: Well-draining
- Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to moderate
- Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F
- Flower Season: Summer
- Flower Color: Purple
- Endangered?:
- Distribution: San Luis Obispo Co.
- Natural Habitat: Rocky slopes, oak woodland, chaparral
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