Monardella villosa 'Russian River' is a vigorous California native evergreen perennial prized for its fragrant foliage and vibrant lavender-purple flower clusters. Growing 12–18 inches tall and 24–36 inches wide, it forms a dense, tidy mound that blooms from late spring through summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Drought-tolerant once established, this selection thrives in full sun and fast-draining soils, making it an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and water-wise native landscapes.