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Seep Monkey Flower
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Seep Monkey Flower

Mimulus guttatus

Honeybees forage on seep monkeyflower for both nectar and pollen, with studies showing preference for larger flowers offering higher rewards. Peak bloom spans late spring through summer, providing a prolonged foraging window in moist habitats. It requires consistently wet soil and can spread vigorously, potentially becoming weedy in disturbed areas.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
BloomApril–September
USDA zones3-10
TypePerennial
Sunpartial
NativeWestern North America
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