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Aconitum

Common Name: Monkshood
Aconitum

Aconitum produce three-lobed rich-green leaves on tall stocks. Blooms are hooded and usually a deep blue and are clustered thickly along tall flower spires. Aconitum prefers humus rich moist well-drained soil in a partly shaded area. Excellent for cut flowers. Prefers cooler weather.

Plant Care: Divide every third year in spring or autumn. All parts of the plant are poisonous.

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Characteristics & Attributes


Plant TypeBloom ColorBloom Time
PerennialsBlue, Lavender, Yellow June-August

Height

Spread

Hardiness
30cm-2.4m (2-8ft)20-60cm (1-2ft)Zones: 4 - 8

Exposure

Soil Moisture

Foilage Color
Sun to Partial shadeRegularGreen

Soil Type

Attributes
Humus-rich moist well-drained soilBorder Cut Flower Massed Poisonous/Toxic Woodland
*Attracts Birds
*Attracts Bee
*Deer Resistant
*Rabbit Resistant
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