Common Name
Monkeyflower
Allegheny monkeyflower
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
5.0
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Additional Info
Tidal freshwater marshes, calcareous fens and marshes, alluvial swamps, sandy or gravelly shores and bars, wet meadows, and various disturbed alluvial habitats. Frequent throughout.
Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies. Host plant for the Common buckeye (Junonia coenia) and Baltimore checkerspot (euphydryas phaeton) butterflies. Pollinated by bumblebees.
Notes: Can be used in container gardening in sun or part shade. Container should not have holes
Flower Color
Blue
Red/burgandy
Pink
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Soil Texture
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Tolerates
Commercially available
Yes
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)
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