Annie's Annuals & Perennials Mimulus Jelly Bean
Best vibrant blooms for cheerful, low maintenance garden displays.
This Mimulus hybrid boasts striking amber-red and gold blooms, offering extended flowering from spring through fall, or year-round in milder climates. It's remarkably drought and heat tolerant, thriving in low-fertility soils and even handling clayish conditions if well-drained. Its deer and fire resistance, coupled with evergreen foliage, make it a low-maintenance, attractive choice for gardens and containers alike.
$12.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking cheerful, eye-catching blooms for containers or borders
- Eco-conscious gardeners and wildlife enthusiasts wanting to support local ecosystems
- Container gardeners and those with limited space desiring vibrant, manageable plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in arid regions or those who prefer drought-tolerant, low-water plants
- Gardeners in hot, humid climates seeking robust, heat-tolerant summer performers
- Gardeners preferring widely available plants from local garden centers
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A high-traffic destination for local bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives with minimal intervention once established in the ground.
Drought Tolerance
Handles heat and dry spells with impressive resilience.
Visual Versatility
Compact size fits perfectly in containers, borders, or rock gardens.
Year-Round Interest
Evergreen foliage ensures the garden looks alive even during dormant months.
Environmental Protection
Built-in resistance to deer and fire adds significant peace of mind.
Key Specs
Plant type
Shrub, Flowering, Perennial
Pot Size
4-inch
Bloom Time
Winter, Spring, Fall
Flower Colors
Orange, Yellow, Multi-Color
Zones
USDA Zone 9-10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water needs
Low Water
Mature Size
18 inches Height x 18 inches Width
Minimum Temperature
20°F
Deer Resistant
Yes
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