Aconitum carmichaelii
Carmichael's monk's hood
An upright habit and leathery leaves. Dense panicles of large violet or blue flowers are produced in autumn
Synonyms
Aconitum fischeri misappliedAconitum maximum
see moreAconitum fischeri J. Forbes & Hemsl.
Aconitum wilsonii
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Green | |||
Autumn | Blue | Green | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Potentially harmful
- All parts are highly toxic if eaten, all parts may be harmful through skin contact. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Aconitum can be herbaceous perennials or biennials with lobed leaves and racemes or panicles of showy, hooded flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- C & W China, N. America
How to grow
Cultivation
Best grown in moisture-retentive fertile soil in partial shade but sun and most soils are tolerated. Support may be necessary - see staking perennials for further advice
Propagation
Divide in autumn or late winter to maintain vigour, although plants can be slow to re-establish. Use gloves when handling plants
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Tall stems can be pruned down later in autumn when flowering is finished
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to fungal stem rot and Verticillium wilt
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