Family: Phrymaceae
Genus: Erythranthe
Species: lewisii
(lew-ISS-ee-eye) Synonym:Mimulus lewisii
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Category Alpines and Rock GardensPerennials Water Requirements Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwaterSun Exposure Sun to Partial ShadeFoliage HerbaceousFoliage Color UnknownHeight 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)Spacing 15-18 in. (38-45 cm)Hardiness USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F) USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F) USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F) USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F) USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F) USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger N/ABloom Color PinkBloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid SummerOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods By dividing the rootballFrom softwood cuttings From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seedsProperly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |