Montpelier Coris (Coris Monspeliensis) is a perennial subshrub in the Primulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Coris monspeliensis is an evergreen subshrub with woody stems at the base and densely covered with small, linear, dark green leaves. It produces star-shaped flowers with variable colors from pink to violet.

Montpelier Coris

Montpelier Coris

Coris Monspeliensis

Coris monspeliensis is an evergreen subshrub with woody stems at the base and densely covered with small, linear, dark green leaves. It produces star-shaped flowers with variable colors from pink to violet.

Quick Facts

Type
subshrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Montpelier Coris

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Primulaceae
Genus:Coris