Mimulus cupreus, 'hybridus tigrinus'

Germination

Sow indoors 5-8 weeks before last expected frost. Surface sow onto moist, well-drained seed compost. Ideal temp. 18-22°C. If germination does not occur cold stratify. Move to -3-+4°C. for 4-6 weeks, a fridge is ideal, then return to warmth, 18°C. for germination. Germination takes up to a month from this point. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to 8cm pots and grow on. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed.

Growing

Prefers a very moist soil in full sun or partial shade. A damp bed or a bog garden is ideal.

Cultivation

Deadhead regularly to prolong the flowering window. Propagate by seed or via division in spring.