Aconitum carmichaelii
Carmichael's monk's hood
Flower Colors
Description
Clump-forming species perennial, very variable in height from 60cm to 2m tall, but usually about 1.2m, with 3 to 5-lobed leathery dark green leaves. Dense panicles of large pale violet or pale blue flowers to 1.5m in height, are produced in autumn
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.7 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamChalkSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 3-8
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Cottage and informal gardenArchitecturalWildlife gardensFlower borders and beds