Mimulus ringens (Monkey Flower) Sedge Many parts of the Black

Many parts of the Black Walnut tree (leaves

Carex shortiana (Short's Sedge) thrives in wet-mesic to mesic soils in raingardens and naturally in prairies and savannas

As with all goldenrods

amend it with sand or gravel

Mimulus ringens (Monkey Flower) Sedge Many parts of the BlackMonkey Flower is typically found in prairies and savannas that are prone to flooding. Reaching about two feet high, its distinctive violet flowers with their open corollas supposedly resemble a monkeys face and bloom all summer atop clean green squared stems. One of the host species for the buckeye butterfly. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Wet Wet Mesic Height 2' Flower Color violet Flower Time June September Frequently Asked Questions