Monkshood

Aconitum ambiguum

Ranunculaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Aconitum ambiguum, known as Monkshood, is a perennial ornamental plant that prefers part shade and medium water. It grows to a height of 0.6–1.5 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 3–7. It blooms from July to September with blue, purple, and white flowers and prefers loamy or peaty soil. It attracts pollinators.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Peaty

Height

0.6–1.5 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

3–7

Flower colors

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Indoor Sowing
Transplanting
Bloom Period
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