Description
A PNW perennial/annual with eye catching cheerful yellow snap-dragonish flowers. Rarely reaching above knee height, it would do well along moist pond edges, damp spots or in naturalized ditches. Loved by many beneficial insects for its nectar and its bright attractive yellow will lure pollinators to the garden. Carefree and will spread with time. Formerly known as Mimulus guttutus. Treat as annual in zones 3-5; perennial in zones 6-10
- Seed Count: +400
- Collection Date: June 2025
- Hardiness Zone: 3-10
- Height and Width: 45cm tall creeper
- Germination test type: hand sort
How to germinate Erythranthe guttata seed:
Seed does not require any germination pre-treatment. Surface sow in the fall or spring. Requires light to germinate so be aware of this whether direct sowing or in nursery culture. As the common name suggests, this species loves damp spots regardless if its in a moist ditch or a natural seep. An annual in harsher climes, but perennial in milder. Seeds are tiny; best to have minimal competition to ensure a good recruitment.
