Perennial Of The Day

Aconitum x cammarum syn. Aconitum bicolor 'Eleanor'

Monk's Hood

Type Perennial

Hardy range 4A to 8A

Height 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m

Spread 12" to 18" / 30cm to 45cm

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun

Bloom Color Lavender

Bloom Time Summer

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist to wet soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes Plant in fall or early spring and do not transplant if it is not necessary. If Aconitums are planted in a sunny location, keep them well watered and do not allow them to dry out. Otherwise stunting may occur. The leaves, roots and seeds of these plants are poisonous, so use good judgement if transplanting.
Needs a cool, moisture retentive soil.

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