Monardella purpurea × M. villosa

Common name(s): coyote mint

Description: perennial; a naturally occurring hybrid of two Monardella species native to SW Oregon and California. Low, bushy growth with pleasantly aromatic foliage that smells of mint and citrus. Lavender-purple flowers in summer. Semi-dormant in winter.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: partial shade (ideally morning sun and light afternoon shade), and lean, gritty, well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, to attract pollinators, medicine, culinary- herbal tea

Winter Hardiness: to 5 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought

Distribution: SW Oregon, California