(Aconitum Napellus ‘Monkshood’)
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Monkshood is a tuberous-rooted perennial herb that is native to Europe that can be commonly found growing on hilltops and mountainsides, in moist meadows and forests, and along roadsides and stream banks throughout the northeastern United States. At maturity, this plant reaches a height of 2-4' and features rigid, stems, deeply divided, glossy dark green, toothed leaves, and dark purplish-blue flowers. This plant can be grown in containers, attracts bees and butterflies, is resistant to deer and rabbits, has medicinal properties, and is great as a cut flower!Â
- Non GMO
- Exotic Wildflower
- Open Pollinated
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General Information
Family: Ranunculaceae
Genus: Aconitum
Species: napellus
Variety: Monkshood
Also Known As: Wolfsbane, Aconitum, Helmet Flower.
Ease of Growing: Moderate
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity (Blooms): July to August
Light: Full sun to part shade. The plants can handle both full sun and partial shade, however, they prefer somewhat moist soil. If you are growing them in a hot, dry area, definitely give them a spot with some shade, especially in the afternoon. When grown in the shade, you will probably need to stake the plants.
Water: Medium
Soil Moisture: Medium
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes. The flowers attract bees and butterflies.
Containers: Containers are an excellent choice for this variety.
Maintenance: Medium
Height: 36-48"
Spacing: 24-30”
Sow Depth: 1/8"
USDA Zone: 2-8
Produces: rigid, stems, deeply divided, glossy dark green, toothed leaves, and dark purplish-blue flowers.
Garden Uses: Best grown in moist woodland areas, along streams or ponds, or on the periphery of bog or water gardens. Will grow in borders as long as the soil moisture requirements can be met. Because of the poisonous properties of the plant, it probably should not be grown in areas where small children might come in contact with it or in areas contiguous to vegetable gardens where tubers are growing.
Warning: All members of the genus Aconitum, monkshood included, are poisonous. In fact, wolfsbane, its other common name, came about from using the ground root of perennial monkshood in meaty bait to kill the once-hated animals. It should never be grown within reach of children or pets and all parts of the plant are toxic, including the sap, so appreciate its beauty in the garden and not as a cut flower. To prevent absorption through the skin, wear gloves when you are gardening around monkshood. In the case of the monkshood plant, beauty comes with a price. Please be careful.
Genus: Aconitum
Species: napellus
Variety: Monkshood
Also Known As: Wolfsbane, Aconitum, Helmet Flower.
Ease of Growing: Moderate
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity (Blooms): July to August
Light: Full sun to part shade. The plants can handle both full sun and partial shade, however, they prefer somewhat moist soil. If you are growing them in a hot, dry area, definitely give them a spot with some shade, especially in the afternoon. When grown in the shade, you will probably need to stake the plants.
Water: Medium
Soil Moisture: Medium
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes. The flowers attract bees and butterflies.
Containers: Containers are an excellent choice for this variety.
Maintenance: Medium
Height: 36-48"
Spacing: 24-30”
Sow Depth: 1/8"
USDA Zone: 2-8
Produces: rigid, stems, deeply divided, glossy dark green, toothed leaves, and dark purplish-blue flowers.
Garden Uses: Best grown in moist woodland areas, along streams or ponds, or on the periphery of bog or water gardens. Will grow in borders as long as the soil moisture requirements can be met. Because of the poisonous properties of the plant, it probably should not be grown in areas where small children might come in contact with it or in areas contiguous to vegetable gardens where tubers are growing.
Warning: All members of the genus Aconitum, monkshood included, are poisonous. In fact, wolfsbane, its other common name, came about from using the ground root of perennial monkshood in meaty bait to kill the once-hated animals. It should never be grown within reach of children or pets and all parts of the plant are toxic, including the sap, so appreciate its beauty in the garden and not as a cut flower. To prevent absorption through the skin, wear gloves when you are gardening around monkshood. In the case of the monkshood plant, beauty comes with a price. Please be careful.