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.
Additional information
| Generic | Aconitum |
|---|---|
| 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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