Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus)

The Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring . The Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus) has green foliage and inconspicuous blue flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous black fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus) has a short life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus) will reach up to 2.3 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Sharpwing Monkeyflower (Alatus) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has none tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.