Hummingbird trumpet mint
Monardella macrantha 'Marian Sampson'
Intensely aromatic herb from the mountains of California. This short-lived perennial forms low mounds of semi-evergreen leaves virtually hidden beneath exotic-looking clusters of brilliant, scarlet-orange trumpets from late spring through summer. A focal point of color on a wall, in a rock garden or in a container. Attractive to hummingbirds. Read the plant story here.
Tips from the pros: Needs porous soils. Provide protection from the heat of the summer sun for best performance. Does best in part sun to full, but dry, shade. Give a little extra protection during the winter months. This perennial benefits from placement near a large rock or boulder. Avoid bark mulch.
Tips from the pros: Needs porous soils. Provide protection from the heat of the summer sun for best performance. Does best in part sun to full, but dry, shade. Give a little extra protection during the winter months. This perennial benefits from placement near a large rock or boulder. Avoid bark mulch.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Height | 4-6 inches |
| Width | 8-12 inches |
| Flowering Season | Late spring - summer |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Sun | Part Sun, Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 5b-9 |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sandy, Gravelly |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Native Origins | CA |
| Year Introduced | 2014 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand trim back dead stems in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
