Monkshood. A twining climber with green leaves. Racemes of large violet-blue flowers. Max Height 2.5m. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten/harmful via skin. Water thoroughly before planting.
Aconitum hemsleyanum
A twining climber with green leaves. Racemes of large violet-blue flowers.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Aconitum |
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Species | hemsleyanum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Monkshood |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Perennial |
Height | 2.5m |
Family | Ranunculaceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back after flowering |
Border | Climbing wall |
Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten/harmful via skin |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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