Monardella odoratissima
Mountain Pennyroyal
Description
This trailing perennial is fragrant and has a profusion of lavender flowers that attract butterflies in spring and summer. Requires good drainage and full to perform well. Foliage is gray green, aromatic, narrow and evergreen in frost free areas. Prune annually to maintain shape. Reaches 1' tall and 3' wide. Great in containers.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Mass Planting, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.