You're growing in this Zip Code:
Change LocationDiscover Plants for Your Area
Scarlet Monardella
Monardella macrantha 'Marian Sampson'
Pronunciation: mo-nar-DEL-uh ma-KRAN-tha
SKU #45211
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Once established, water if very dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 3 to 4 in. tall, 6 to 8 in. wide.
Retailers Near You
No Retailers found within 100 miles of your zipcode
Ready to Grow?
Ship Monrovia plants directly to your door. Browse a curated selection available online.
Shop Now >
| Description | A beautiful selection of a southern California native wildflower, with bright red flowers that are adored by hummingbirds. Forms a low mat of shiny, evergreen leaves. Happily grows in lean, dry soil and is perfect for tucking between rocks. An easy-care, drought tolerant option for wildlife gardens and xeric landscapes. The compact size is also wonderful for containers. More resistant to rust than other wild varieties. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Mid to late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Care Instructions | Provide excellent drainage. Tolerates rocky, lean soils. Water infrequently in summer. May benefit from afternoon shade in hotter, inland areas. This short-lived plant may only survive for 4 years, sometimes longer in containers. |
Details
| Description | A beautiful selection of a southern California native wildflower, with bright red flowers that are adored by hummingbirds. Forms a low mat of shiny, evergreen leaves. Happily grows in lean, dry soil and is perfect for tucking between rocks. An easy-care, drought tolerant option for wildlife gardens and xeric landscapes. The compact size is also wonderful for containers. More resistant to rust than other wild varieties. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Mid to late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide excellent drainage. Tolerates rocky, lean soils. Water infrequently in summer. May benefit from afternoon shade in hotter, inland areas. This short-lived plant may only survive for 4 years, sometimes longer in containers. |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Does Scarlet Monardella produce flowers?
Mid to late spring
Is Scarlet Monardella evergreen or deciduous?
Scarlet Monardella is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Scarlet Monardella?
Scarlet Monardella is Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Scarlet Monardella grow?
Scarlet Monardella has a Moderate growth rate.
How do I care for Scarlet Monardella?
Provide excellent drainage. Tolerates rocky, lean soils. Water infrequently in summer. May benefit from afternoon shade in hotter, inland areas. This short-lived plant may only survive for 4 years, sometimes longer in containers.
Retailers Near You
No Retailers found within 100 miles of your zipcode
About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.