Monardella odoratissima
Mountain Pennyroyal
Description
This trailing perennial is fragrant and has a profusion of rose/purple flowers that attract butterflies. Requires good drainage to perform well. Prune annually to maintain shape.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Lavender, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants with similar water needs together so that some plants aren't over watered to meet the needs of their more thirsty neighbors.
Never include shrub and lawn areas in the same sprinkler zone.