ACONITUM napellus
Monkshood
Deep purplish blue blooms in mid-late summer on rigid, leafy stems. Keep from drying out, but also provide good drainage. Deer/rabbit resistant, and toxic enough that gloves are suggested for handling. Best left undisturbed after planting, so site carefully.
- Type
- Perennial
- Size
- 2-4 feet
- Light Requirement
- Full Sun/Part Shade
- Zone
- 3
Photo courtesy Gardenia.net
