Mimulus aurantiacus
Sticky monkey-flower boasts funnel-shaped flowers blooming along its branches, requires very little watering, and is exceptionally suited for dry landscaping.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Mimulus aurantiacus, commonly known as ‘sticky monkey-flower’, is part of the Phrymaceae family and is prized for its tubular, nectar-rich blooms that attract hummingbirds and pollinators. Native to warm, dry regions, it thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate fertility, showing excellent drought and heat tolerance. Perfect for rock gardens, mixed containers, and sunny borders, Mimulus provides long-lasting seasonal color with minimal care.
Remove from mist promptly, maintain 68°–70°F (20°–21°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed 50 ppm N early, then 100 ppm N. Fungicide at sticking and week 2; pinch as needed for branching.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Mimulus aurantiacus Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Mimulus aurantiacus series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Annuals |
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| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Mimulus aurantiacus, part of the Phrymaceae family, is known for its sticky, dark green foliage and prolific, tubular, warm-toned flowers. This evergreen shrub/subshrub thrives in full sun to partial shade, well-drained, dry to rocky soil. With excellent drought tolerance and deer resistance, Mimulus aurantiacus blooms from spring through summer, making it a favorite for dry borders, native gardens, and rockeries that need vibrant, water-wise color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Maintain 68-72°F (20-22°C) early for rooting, then cool to 55-60°F (13-15°C) to tone and encourage compact growth. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 0.8-1.2, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow moderate dry down between irrigations. Apply preventative fungicide at transplant. Apply Daminozide at 1,500-2,500 ppm or Uniconazole as needed for height control. |
| Growth Habit | Upright / Shrubby |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons |
| Flowering Season | Spring to Summer |
Commercial Mimulus aurantiacus Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Mimulus aurantiacus lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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MAI TAI™ Series
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