Russian River Coyote Mint
Russian River Coyote Mint
Monardella villosa ssp. villosa 'Russian River'
Monardella villosa 'Russian River'
Russian River Coyote Mint
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Russian River Coyote Mint | Monardella villosa
Russian River Coyote Mint is a fragrant, evergreen perennial native to California, prized for its aromatic foliage and clusters of showy, purple to lavender blooms in summer. Its nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, while its compact growth habit makes it a great choice for borders, native gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. With its drought tolerance and resilience, this plant thrives in warm, dry climates.
Growing Monardella villosa
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Light: Full sun for best flowering; can tolerate light afternoon shade in hot climates.
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Soil: Prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soils; avoid overly rich or water-retentive soils.
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Water: Low water needs once established; drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering in prolonged dry periods.
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Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 7–10; well-suited to Mediterranean climates.
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Wildlife: Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
Shipping Info
The plant will be approximately 8–12 inches tall with a well-developed root system, grown in a 1-gallon container. Shipped without the container; roots and surrounding soil will be lightly moistened and wrapped in plastic for safe transport. Ready to plant immediately upon arrival.
Growing Zones
8 - 10
Low Temperature
20°F
High Temperature
90°F
Fragrant
Yes
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
Pink Purple
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil
Well-draining, dry soil
Moisture
Low to Moderate
Sun Exposure
Partial sun to full shade
Mature Spread
2-3 ft
Mature Height
1-2 ft
Bloom Period
Spring to summer
Pruning Time
Fall or winter
Pet Safe
Yes
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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