
Aconitum napellus
$18.99
- UPC:
- 794094308097
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Common Name:
Monkshood
Plant Type:
Perennial
Exposure:
Sun to Part Sun
Hardiness Zone:
5-8
Bloom Color:
Blue
Bloom Time:
Summer
Garden Height:
48 Inches
Garden Spread:
12 Inches
- Deer resistant
- Upright form is a great contrast to Hostas
- Resists flopping
This variety boasts deep violet-blue flowers held on very strong, sturdy stems that do not require staking. It makes a statement in the partial shade garden because of its size and beautiful color. It is often mistaken for Delphinium in our gardens.
Uses: Borders
Critter Resistance: Deer
Notable Features: Good Cut Flower
Homeowner Growing Tips: All parts of the plant are poisonous. Grow in soil that is moisture retentive but not where it sits soggy.
Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc