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Mountain monardella
Monardella odoratissima
Also known as : Coyote mint, Pacific monardella, Alpine mountainbalm
A member of the mint family, mountain monardella produces a characteristic minty fragrance when crushed. This perennial is often found in mountainous forests of the western United States, but is also easy to cultivate.
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7 to 10
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Sand, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
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Full sun, Partial sun
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Ideal Temperature
7 to 10
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Spring
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Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
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What is the best way to water my Mountain monardella?
When watering the Mountain monardella, you should aim to use filtered water that is at room temperature. Filtered water is better for this plant, as tap water can contain particles that are harmful to its health. The reason that the water should be at room temperature or slightly warmer is that the Mountain monardella comes from a warm environment, and cold water can be somewhat of a shock to its system. Also, you should avoid overhead watering for this plant, as it can cause foliage complications. Instead, simply apply your filtered room temperature water to the soil until the soil is entirely soaked. Soaking the soil can be very beneficial for this plant as it moistens the roots and helps them continue to spread through the soil and collect the nutrients they need.
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What should I do if I water my Mountain monardella too much or too little?
Both overwatering and underwatering will be detrimental to the health of your Mountain monardella, but overwatering is a far more common issue. When this species receives too much water, its stems and leaves may begin to wilt and turn from green to yellow. Overwatering over a prolonged period may also lead to diseases such as root rot, mold, and mildew, all of which can kill your plant. Underwatering is far less common for the Mountain monardella, as this plant has decent drought tolerance. However, underwatering remains a possibility, and when it occurs, you can expect to find that the leaves of your Mountain monardella have become brittle and brown.
It is crucial that you notice the signs of overwatering as soon as possible when caring for your Mountain monardella. Some of the diseases that arise from overwatering, such as root rot, may not be correctable if you wait too long. If you see early signs of overwatering, you should reduce your watering schedule immediately. You may also want to assess the quality of soil in which your Mountain monardella grows. If you find that the soil drains very poorly, you should replace it immediately with a loose, well-draining potting mix. On the other hand, if you find signs that your Mountain monardella is receiving too little water, all you need to do is water more regularly until those signs have subsided.
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How often should I water my Mountain monardella?
If your plant is in a pot. The most precise way to decide whether your Mountain monardella needs water is to plunge your finger into the soil. If you notice that the first two to three inches of soil have become dry, it is time to add some water.
If you grow your Mountain monardella outdoors in the ground, you can use a similar method to test the soil. Again, when you find that the first few inches of soil have dried out, it is time to add water. During the spring and early fall, this method will often lead you to water this plant about once every week. When extremely hot weather arrives, you may need to increase your watering frequency to about twice or more per week. With that said, mature, well-established the Mountain monardella can show an admirable ability to withstand drought.
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How much water does my Mountain monardella need?
When it comes time to water your Mountain monardella, you should not be shy about how much water you give. With the first two to three inches of soil dry, this plant will appreciate a long and thorough watering. Supply enough water to soak the soil entirely. The amount of water you add should be enough to cause excess water to flow through the drainage holes at the bottom of your pot. If you don’t see excess water draining from the pot, you have likely underwatered your plant. But do not let the water accumulate inside the soil, which will be very dangerous to the plant as well. Alternatively, a lack of water draining through the pot could indicate poorly draining soils, which is detrimental to the health of this plant and should be avoided. If the plant is outside, 1 inch of rain per week will be sufficient.
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How should I water my Mountain monardella at different growth stages?
The water needs of the Mountain monardella can change depending on growth stages as well. For example, when your Mountain monardella is in the first few years of its life, or if you have just transplanted it to a new growing location, you will need to give more water than usual. During both of those stages, your Mountain monardella will put a lot of energy towards sprouting new roots that will then support future growth. For those roots to perform their best, they need a bit more moisture than they would at a more mature phase. After a few seasons, your Mountain monardella will need much less water. Another growth stage in which this plant may need more water is during the bloom period. Flower development can make use of a significant amount of moisture, which is why you might need to give your Mountain monardella more water at this time.
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How should I water my Mountain monardella through the seasons?
The Mountain monardella will have its highest water needs during the hottest months of the year. During the height of summer, you may need to give this plant water more than once per week, depending on how fast the soil dries out. The opposite is true during the winter. In winter, your plant will enter a dormant phase, in which it will need far less water than usual. In fact, you may not need to water this plant at all during the winter months. However, if you do water during winter, you should not do so more than about once per month. Watering too much at this time will make it more likely that your Mountain monardella will contract a disease.
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What's the difference between watering my Mountain monardella indoors and outdoors?
It is most common to grow the Mountain monardella indoors for any gardener that does not live in temperate and tropical regions. Those gardeners should consider the fact that soil in a container can dry out a bit faster than ground soil. Also, the presence of drying elements such as air conditioning units can cause your Mountain monardella to need water on a more frequent basis as well. if you planted it outside. When that is the case, it’s likely you won’t need to water your Mountain monardella very much at all. If you receive rainfall on a regular basis, that may be enough to keep your plant alive. Alternatively, those who grow this plant inside will need to water it more often, as allowing rainwater to soak the soil will not be an option.
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Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Planting Time
Spring
Bloom Time
Summer
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Plant Height
15 cm to 61 cm
Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Gray
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Purple
White
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
15 - 35 ℃
Pollinators
Beetles, Wasps, Flies, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
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Aged yellow and dry
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Aged yellow and dry
Natural aging can cause leaves to turn yellow and dry out.
Solutions: If the yellowing and drying of leaves and flowers is a natural progression due to age, nothing can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
Brown spot
Brown spot Brown spot
Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Underwatering yellow
Underwatering yellow Underwatering yellow
Underwatering yellow
A lack of water will cause the leaves to gradually turn yellow starting at the base of the branch while the entire plant appears to wilt.
Solutions: Your plant is very thirsty and needs water promptly. You can revive your plant by giving it water. The easiest technique is to slowly pour water into your plant’s soil so that the whole surface is moistened. If you pour the water too quickly, the water will flow directly through rather than diffusing throughout the soil. If your plant’s pot does not have drainage holes, do not give your plant more than about a third of the pot’s volume of water. If your plant’s pot does have drainage holes, you can add water slowly until the soil is thoroughly moistened and the water flows freely through the pot. If you trim off yellow leaves to improve the plant’s appearance, do not remove more than a third of the plant’s leaves. It may be better to wait until leaves have died and fallen off to remove them.
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Aged yellow and dry
Natural aging can cause leaves to turn yellow and dry out.
Overview
Overview
Regardless of the type of plant or where it is grown, at some point, it will begin to aged yellow and dry. This is a natural, unavoidable process that happens when the plant has completed all of the steps in its life.
Annual plants go through this process at the end of a single growing season. Perennial plants live for multiple years, if not tens or hundreds of years, but will still ultimately exhibit these symptoms.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
When plants have progressed through their natural developmental stages and are nearing the end of their lifecycle, they begin showing signs of decline. Leaves will start to yellow and droop, and over time they turn papery brown and dry.
Once completely dry, the leaves begin to fall from the plant until the entire plant has dried out.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
At the end of its life, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence or natural aging and death. Cell division stops, and the plant begins catabolizing resources to use in other parts of the plant.
As this happens, the tissues begin yellow and drying until the entire plant is desiccated and perishes.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
  • Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
  • Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
  • May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
  • Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
  • Leaf margins may turn yellow.
  • Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
  • Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
  • The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
  • Partial or complete premature defoliation
  • Reduced growth
  • Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
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Underwatering yellow
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Underwatering yellow
A lack of water will cause the leaves to gradually turn yellow starting at the base of the branch while the entire plant appears to wilt.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Your plant’s leaves are turning yellow due to underwatering, the oldest leaves turn yellow first. Leaves yellow from the edges towards the middle. Other signs of underwatering include the soil feeling very dry or pulling away from the edge of its pot.
Solutions
Solutions
Your plant is very thirsty and needs water promptly.
  1. You can revive your plant by giving it water. The easiest technique is to slowly pour water into your plant’s soil so that the whole surface is moistened. If you pour the water too quickly, the water will flow directly through rather than diffusing throughout the soil. If your plant’s pot does not have drainage holes, do not give your plant more than about a third of the pot’s volume of water. If your plant’s pot does have drainage holes, you can add water slowly until the soil is thoroughly moistened and the water flows freely through the pot.
  2. If you trim off yellow leaves to improve the plant’s appearance, do not remove more than a third of the plant’s leaves. It may be better to wait until leaves have died and fallen off to remove them.
Prevention
Prevention
  1. When you get a new plant, research its specific watering needs. Set reminders so that you remember to water your plants consistently. Not all plants are the same, so make sure to differentiate all of your plants in your watering schedule.
  2. You may wish to purchase a commercial soil water meter which has a long probe that you place near your plant’s roots. Be sure to check it frequently and water your plant when the soil water meter indicates that it needs watering.
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Distribution of Mountain monardella

Habitat of Mountain monardella

Wet or dry, rocky, forest openings
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Lighting
Full sun
Mountain monardella is essentially a sun-loving plant thriving best when exposed to an abundance of light. Adapted to habitats where it's bathed in generous light most of the day, it can also manage in slightly shaded areas. Both overexposure or insufficient exposure can hamper its growth.
Best Sunlight Practices
Temperature
-10 - 41 ℃
Mountain monardella is natively adapted to varied temperatures of its native growth environment, 59 to 95 °F (15 to 35 ℃). It thrives in these temperature ranges and needs to be adjusted gradually to different seasonal climates.
Temp for Healthy Growth
Transplant
1-2 feet
The perfect time to relocate mountain monardella is during the S2-S3 season, often known as mid-late spring; this period promises ideal growth conditions. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. When transplanting, gently tease the roots but avoid excessive handling, as it could stress the plant.
Transplant Techniques
Feng shui direction
Northwest
From the Feng Shui perspective, the mountain monardella is believed to harmonize the energy when placed in the Northwest quadrant of your space. This direction, representing helpful people and travel, aligns well with the plant's sturdy nature and its fragrance, serving both aesthetic and functional purposes. However, personal preferences and space's layout should be considered for optimal results.
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Also known as: Coyote mint, Pacific monardella, Alpine mountainbalm
A member of the mint family, mountain monardella produces a characteristic minty fragrance when crushed. This perennial is often found in mountainous forests of the western United States, but is also easy to cultivate.
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Attributes of Mountain monardella

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Planting Time
Spring
Bloom Time
Summer
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Plant Height
15 cm to 61 cm
Spread
30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Gray
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Purple
White
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
15 - 35 ℃
Pollinators
Beetles, Wasps, Flies, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Benefits to Pollinating Insects
Adult food
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Aged yellow and dry
Aged yellow and dry Aged yellow and dry Aged yellow and dry
Natural aging can cause leaves to turn yellow and dry out.
Solutions: If the yellowing and drying of leaves and flowers is a natural progression due to age, nothing can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
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Brown spot
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This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
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Underwatering yellow
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A lack of water will cause the leaves to gradually turn yellow starting at the base of the branch while the entire plant appears to wilt.
Solutions: Your plant is very thirsty and needs water promptly. You can revive your plant by giving it water. The easiest technique is to slowly pour water into your plant’s soil so that the whole surface is moistened. If you pour the water too quickly, the water will flow directly through rather than diffusing throughout the soil. If your plant’s pot does not have drainage holes, do not give your plant more than about a third of the pot’s volume of water. If your plant’s pot does have drainage holes, you can add water slowly until the soil is thoroughly moistened and the water flows freely through the pot. If you trim off yellow leaves to improve the plant’s appearance, do not remove more than a third of the plant’s leaves. It may be better to wait until leaves have died and fallen off to remove them.
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Aged yellow and dry
Natural aging can cause leaves to turn yellow and dry out.
Overview
Overview
Regardless of the type of plant or where it is grown, at some point, it will begin to aged yellow and dry. This is a natural, unavoidable process that happens when the plant has completed all of the steps in its life.
Annual plants go through this process at the end of a single growing season. Perennial plants live for multiple years, if not tens or hundreds of years, but will still ultimately exhibit these symptoms.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
When plants have progressed through their natural developmental stages and are nearing the end of their lifecycle, they begin showing signs of decline. Leaves will start to yellow and droop, and over time they turn papery brown and dry.
Once completely dry, the leaves begin to fall from the plant until the entire plant has dried out.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
At the end of its life, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence or natural aging and death. Cell division stops, and the plant begins catabolizing resources to use in other parts of the plant.
As this happens, the tissues begin yellow and drying until the entire plant is desiccated and perishes.
Solutions
Solutions
If the yellowing and drying of leaves and flowers is a natural progression due to age, nothing can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
Prevention
Prevention
Unfortunately, there is no way to prevent plants from dying of “old age.” To help prolong their life, and put off symptoms of aged yellow and dry for as long as possible, take care of them by giving them enough water, fertilizing them appropriately, and making sure they get enough sunlight.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
  • Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
  • Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
  • May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
  • Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
  • Leaf margins may turn yellow.
  • Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
  • Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
  • The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
  • Partial or complete premature defoliation
  • Reduced growth
  • Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
Solutions
Solutions
In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary.
Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading.
  1. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear.
  2. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread.
  3. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Prevention
Prevention
Like many other diseases, it is easier to prevent brown spot than cure it, and this is done through cultural practices.
  • Clear fall leaves from the ground before winter to minimize places where fungi and bacteria can overwinter.
  • Maintain good air movement between plants through proper plant spacing.
  • Increase air circulation through the center of plants through pruning.
  • Thoroughly clean all pruning tools after working with diseased plants.
  • Never dispose of disease plant material in a compost pile.
  • Avoid overhead watering to keep moisture off of the foliage.
  • Keep plants healthy by providing adequate sunlight, water, and fertilizer.
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Underwatering yellow
A lack of water will cause the leaves to gradually turn yellow starting at the base of the branch while the entire plant appears to wilt.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Your plant’s leaves are turning yellow due to underwatering, the oldest leaves turn yellow first. Leaves yellow from the edges towards the middle. Other signs of underwatering include the soil feeling very dry or pulling away from the edge of its pot.
Solutions
Solutions
Your plant is very thirsty and needs water promptly.
  1. You can revive your plant by giving it water. The easiest technique is to slowly pour water into your plant’s soil so that the whole surface is moistened. If you pour the water too quickly, the water will flow directly through rather than diffusing throughout the soil. If your plant’s pot does not have drainage holes, do not give your plant more than about a third of the pot’s volume of water. If your plant’s pot does have drainage holes, you can add water slowly until the soil is thoroughly moistened and the water flows freely through the pot.
  2. If you trim off yellow leaves to improve the plant’s appearance, do not remove more than a third of the plant’s leaves. It may be better to wait until leaves have died and fallen off to remove them.
Prevention
Prevention
  1. When you get a new plant, research its specific watering needs. Set reminders so that you remember to water your plants consistently. Not all plants are the same, so make sure to differentiate all of your plants in your watering schedule.
  2. You may wish to purchase a commercial soil water meter which has a long probe that you place near your plant’s roots. Be sure to check it frequently and water your plant when the soil water meter indicates that it needs watering.
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Distribution of Mountain monardella

Habitat of Mountain monardella

Wet or dry, rocky, forest openings
Northern Hemisphere
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Full sun
Ideal
Above 6 hours sunlight
Partial sun
Tolerance
About 3-6 hours sunlight
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Essentials
Mountain monardella is essentially a sun-loving plant thriving best when exposed to an abundance of light. Adapted to habitats where it's bathed in generous light most of the day, it can also manage in slightly shaded areas. Both overexposure or insufficient exposure can hamper its growth.
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Artificial lighting
Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
Important Symptoms
Symptoms of Insufficient Light in %s
Mountain monardella thrives in full sunlight and is commonly grown outdoors where it receives ample sunlight. When placed in rooms with inadequate lighting, symptoms of light deficiency may not be readily apparent.
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Small leaves
New leaves may grow smaller in size compared to the previous ones once they have matured.
Leggy or sparse growth
The spaces between leaves or stems of your Mountain monardella may become longer, resulting in a thin and stretched-out appearance. This can make the plant look sparse and weak, and it may easily break or lean due to its own weight.
Faster leaf drop
When plants are exposed to low light conditions, they tend to shed older leaves early to conserve resources. Within a limited time, these resources can be utilized to grow new leaves until the plant's energy reserves are depleted.
Slower or no new growth
Mountain monardella enters a survival mode when light conditions are poor, which leads to a halt in leaf production. As a result, the plant's growth becomes delayed or stops altogether.
Lighter-colored new leaves
Insufficient sunlight can cause leaves to develop irregular color patterns or appear pale. This indicates a lack of chlorophyll and essential nutrients.
Solutions
1. To ensure optimal growth, gradually move plants to a sunnier location each week, until they receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Use a south-facing window and keep curtains open during the day for maximum sunlight exposure and nutrient accumulation.2. To provide additional light for your plant, consider using artificial light if it's large or not easily movable. Keep a desk or ceiling lamp on for at least 8 hours daily, or invest in professional plant grow lights for ample light.
Symptoms of Excessive light in %s
Mountain monardella thrives in full sun exposure and can tolerate intense sunlight. With their remarkable resilience, symptoms of sunburn may not be easily visible, as they rarely suffer from it.
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Chlorosis
Chlorosis is a condition where the plant's leaves lose their green color and turn yellow. This is due to the breakdown of chlorophyll from excessive sunlight, which negatively affects the plant's ability to photosynthesize.
Sunscald
Sunscald occurs when the plant's leaves or stems are damaged by intense sunlight exposure. It appears as pale, bleached, or necrotic areas on the plant tissue and can reduce the plant's overall health.
Leaf Curling
Leaf curling is a symptom where leaves curl or twist under extreme sunlight conditions. This is a defense mechanism used by the plant to reduce its surface area exposed to sunlight, minimizing water loss and damage.
Wilting
Wilting occurs when a plant loses turgor pressure and its leaves and stems begin to droop. Overexposure to sunlight can cause wilting by increasing the plant's water loss through transpiration, making it difficult for the plant to maintain adequate hydration.
Leaf Scorching
Leaf scorching is a symptom characterized by the appearance of brown, dry, and crispy edges or patches on leaves due to excessive sunlight. This can lead to a reduction in photosynthetic capacity and overall plant health.
Solutions
1. Move your plant to the optimal position where it can receive abundant sunlight but also have some shade. An east-facing window is an ideal choice as the morning sunlight is gentler. This way, your plant can enjoy ample sunlight while reducing the risk of sunburn.2. It is recommended to trim off any completely dehydrated or withered parts of the plant.
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Just like people, each plant has its own preferences. Learn about your plants' temperature needs and create a comforting environment for them to flourish. As you care for your plants, your bond with them will deepen. Trust your intuition as you learn about their temperature needs, celebrating the journey you share. Lovingly monitor the temperature around your plants and adjust their environment as needed. A thermometer can be your ally in this heartfelt endeavor. Be patient and gentle with yourself as you explore your plants' temperature needs. Cherish your successes, learn from challenges, and nurture your garden with love, creating a haven that reflects the warmth of your care.
Essentials
Mountain monardella is natively adapted to varied temperatures of its native growth environment, 59 to 95 °F (15 to 35 ℃). It thrives in these temperature ranges and needs to be adjusted gradually to different seasonal climates.
Regional wintering strategies
Mountain monardella has strong cold resistance, so special frost protection measures are usually not necessary during winter. However, if the winter temperatures are expected to drop below {Limit_growth_temperature}, it is still important to provide cold protection. This can be achieved by covering the plant with materials such as soil or straw. Before the first freeze in autumn, it is recommended to water the plant abundantly, ensuring the soil remains moist and enters a frozen state. This helps prevent drought and water scarcity for the plant during winter and early spring.
Important Symptoms
Symptoms of Low Temperature in %s
Mountain monardella is cold-tolerant and thrives best when the temperature is above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min}. During winter, it should be kept above {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min}. When the temperature falls below {Limit_growth_temperature}, although there may not be any noticeable changes during winter, there may be a decrease in sprouting or even no sprouting during springtime.
Solutions
In spring, remove any parts that have failed to sprout.
Symptoms of High Temperature in %s
During summer, Mountain monardella should be kept below {Suitable_growth_temperature_max}. When the temperature exceeds {Tolerable_growing_temperature_max}, the leaves of the plant may become lighter in color, prone to curling, susceptible to sunburn, and in severe cases, the entire plant may wilt and become dry.
Solutions
Trim away the sunburned and dried-up parts. Move the plant to a location that provides shade from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth to create shade. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil moist.
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How to Successfully Transplant Mountain Monardella?
The perfect time to relocate mountain monardella is during the S2-S3 season, often known as mid-late spring; this period promises ideal growth conditions. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. When transplanting, gently tease the roots but avoid excessive handling, as it could stress the plant.
What Preparations are Needed Before Transplanting Mountain Monardella?
What is the Ideal Time for Transplanting Mountain Monardella?
The best season to transplant mountain monardella is from late summer to early fall (S2-S3). This time suits the plant best as it allows for optimal root establishment before winter. By doing so, you help mountain monardella to grow stronger, gaining a head-start for the next growing season. Please ensure you prepare well before transplanting for a successful growth journey. Remember, your plant depends on you for its best life!
How Much Space Should You Leave Between Mountain Monardella Plants?
For mountain monardella, space your plants 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) apart. This gives enough room for their roots to grow and spread out. It also helps with good airflow to keep your plants healthy. Start small, and you'll see great progress!
What is the Best Soil Mix for Mountain Monardella Transplanting?
Before planting mountain monardella, prepare the soil by adding a base fertilizer, ideally a well-rotted manure. This plant does well in loose, well-draining sandy or gravelly soil. Remember not to rush, take your time to prepare the soil right.
Where Should You Relocate Your Mountain Monardella?
Mountain monardella needs lots of sunlight, so find a sunny spot in your garden. Your plants will appreciate getting at least 6-8 hours of sunshine each day. So, scout for a location getting ample sun for the happiest plants. You've got this!
What Equipments Should You Prepare Before Transplantation Mountain Monardella?
Gardening Gloves
To shield your hands and prevent any blisters or scratches while gardening.
Shovel
To scoop and move soil, as well as dig the hole in the ground where the plant will be transplanted.
Gardening Trowel
To help lever your mountain monardella out of its original pot or location.
Pruning Shears
For trimming any damaged or dead parts of the mountain monardella before transplanting.
Spade
Particularly useful for removing root-bound plants and can assist in digging under the plant.
Garden Hose or Watering Can
To thoroughly water the plant before and after transplanting it and to keep the soil sufficiently moist.
Organic Compost
This will provide necessary nutrients to the plant while it establishes in its new location.
How Do You Remove Mountain Monardella from the Soil?
From Ground: You will be required to dig around the mountain monardella plant to loosen the soil, being careful not to harm the roots. Remove any encircling roots using a garden spade around the plant's root ball, allowing easy removal. Add water to make the soil damp and easy to remove then use a sturdy shovel to underpin the root ball. Subsequently, lift the plant carefully to minimize the risk of damage to the root ball.
From Pot: It's essential to water the plant well before you begin to make the soil more pliable. Tilt the pot sideways and tap the edges lightly. Slowly pull the plant out by gripping the base of the stem, not the stem itself. The root ball should come out intact. If the plant is root-bound, you might need to use a knife or spade runs around inside edge of the pot to free the roots before pulling.
From Seedling Tray: Using a garden trowel, gently lift the root ball and seedling from the tray. Be careful to support the root ball with your hand to avoid stress and damage to the young plant.
Step-by-Step Guide for Transplanting Mountain Monardella
Preparation
Prepare the new location for the mountain monardella, ensuring it's the correct depth which is generally the same length as the root ball. The transplant hole should be wider than the root ball to accommodate the spread of the roots.
Placing the Plant
Place the mountain monardella in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil. This will avoid burying the stem, which can cause rot.
Filling the Hole
Backfill the hole with previously removed soil till it adequately covers the root ball. You can add some organic compost to the backfill soil which helps to replenish nutrients.
Watering
Immediately after transplanting, water the mountain monardella thoroughly, ensuring the roots are sufficiently moist.
Mulching
Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant, which helps to conserve soil moisture and discourage weed growth. Ensure the mulch does not touch the stem of the plant.
How Do You Care For Mountain Monardella After Transplanting?
Hydration
Make sure your mountain monardella is given adequate water, but avoid overwatering to protect roots from rotting. Water deeply for the roots to grow, establishing your plant firmly.
Inspect for Pests
Always keep an eye out for any pests or diseases on your mountain monardella. If you notice any, take appropriate plant-friendly pest control measures.
Pruning
Trim off any dead or dying foliage after transplanting. This will encourage growth by diverting nutrients to the healthier parts of the plant.
Monitor Growth
Pay attention to your mountain monardella's growth, and make sure it's developing as expected.
Troubleshooting Common Issues with Mountain Monardella Transplantation.
When is the best time to transplant the mountain monardella?
The best time to transplant mountain monardella is often during late spring to midsummer (S2-S3). This time provides optimal growing conditions for the plant.
What's the ideal spacing when transplanting mountain monardella?
Ensure a distance of approximately 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) between each mountain monardella. This spacing allows adequate room for growth and ensures good airflow.
What soil type should I use when transplanting mountain monardella?
Choose a well-draining soil for mountain monardella. They do well in sandy or loamy soil, making sure it's not waterlogged which can cause root problems.
How deep should I plant mountain monardella during transplantation?
The mountain monardella should be planted approximately the same depth as it was in its original pot. Over-deep planting could lead to root suffocation.
Should I water mountain monardella immediately after transplanting?
Definitely! Supply a generous amount of water post-transplant. This helps the soil settle and supports the mountain monardella in establishing its roots.
Why are the leaves of my newly transplanted mountain monardella wilting?
Transplant shock may cause wilting. Ensure the plant is well watered, not exposed to extreme temperatures and that it's positioned in suitable light conditions.
What are the sunlight requirements when transplanting mountain monardella?
Mountain monardella requires full sunlight to part shade. So locate your plant where it can receive around 6 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth.
How often should I water my newly transplanted mountain monardella?
Your transplanted mountain monardella might need watering every few days initially. Once established, aim for a deep watering weekly, adjusting to the plant's needs.
Why aren't my transplanted mountain monardella plants showing new growth?
If new growth isn't appearing, your mountain monardella might not be getting enough light, water, or nutrients, or could be struggling with transplant shock.
What should I do if the leaves of my transplanted mountain monardella are turning yellow?
Yellow leaves could indicate overwatering or lack of nutrients. Check the soil's moisture level and consider a slow-release fertilizer to ensure your mountain monardella are fed properly.
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