Monkshood
Aconitum
Monkshood is a member of the Aconitum (Monkshood) family. Its botanical name is Aconitum.
Produces interesting spikes of “hooded” blue flowers. Excellent for back borders or to use as a dramatic accent planting. Flowers make nice cutting subjects for fresh bouquets.
Caution – toxic if eaten!
It is a flower / herb that typically grows as a perennial, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of three years or more. Monkshood is known for growing with a forb-like habit to a height of approximately 90.0 cm (that's 2.93 feet in imperial). This plant tends to bloom in mid summer. Popular varieties of Monkshood include: bressingham spire, Stainless Steel, Ivorine, Blue Opal, and Cloudy.This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Monkshood have been kindly provided by our members.
How to grow Monkshood
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Dappled Sun
Prefers fertile, moisure-retentive soil and generous amounts of water. Protect from direct sun in hot climates. Will benefit from a spring mulch of organic matter.
Growing Monkshood from seed
Transplanting Monkshood
Companion plants for Monkshood
These plants have been known to grow well alongside Monkshood so consider planting:
Repellent plants for Monkshood
These plants will not grow well with Monkshood so avoid planting these within close proximity:
Common Monkshood problems
These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Monkshood plants:
Other names for Monkshood
Aconitum
Aconitum L.
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