Bush monkeyflowers (Diplacus)

Bush monkeyflowers

Bush monkeyflowers is a resilient shrub native to arid and semi-arid environments, thriving in challenging conditions. Its vivid, trumpet-shaped flowers are its standout feature, typically orange or red, designed to attract pollinators in sparse landscapes. The leathery foliage of bush monkeyflowers is adaptively designed to conserve water, making it a durable and visually striking presence in its natural habitat.

Scientific classification

Genus

Bush monkeyflowers (Diplacus)

Family

Lopseed

Order

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Bush monkeyflowers

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Adapted to varying moisture, bush monkeyflowers demonstrates resilience to wet and dry conditions. It thrives with weekly watering for consistent moisture. As outdoor plants, bush monkeyflowers benefits from rainy seasons, utilizing natural precipitation effectively during growth spurts.

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Species

Care Guide for Bush monkeyflowers