Erythranthe cardinalis 'Red Dragon'

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Scarlet monkeyflowerPerennial, EvergreenFamily: Phrymaceae

Flower colour:

Red

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Erythranthe cardinalis, or the scarlet monkeyflower is a short-lived, bushy perennial with bright red flowers that are bilaterally symmetrical, like snapdragons. It's native to west North America, including Mexico, California, Nevada and Utah where it grows in moist soils in wetlands or near springs and streams. The fuzzy and sticky foliage can be cut back after flowering to keep the plant looking neat.

Erythranthe cardinalis 'Red Dragon' has darker flowers and foliage than the species, as well as dark purple calyces. Brilliant for a long season of flowers and will attract butterflies.

For best results, grow Erythranthe cardinalis 'Red Dragon' in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

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Erythranthe ‘Red dragon’ and wildlife

Erythranthe ‘Red dragon’ is known for attracting butterflies/moths. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is not known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Erythranthe ‘Red dragon’ poisonous?

Erythranthe ‘Red dragon’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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