Aconitum lycoctonum ssp. neapolitanum

Also Known As

Aconitum lycoctonum subsp. neapolitanum
Aconitum vulparia
Monk's Hood
Monkshood
Wolf's Bane

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-9b

Aconitum lycoctonum ssp. neapolitanum plant details

Aconitum lycoctonum ssp. neapolitanum is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer green and yellow flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aconitum lycoctonum ssp. neapolitanum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, repeat-blooming, toxic, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aconitum lycoctonum ssp. neapolitanum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very dissected large, lobed leaves surround proud three-foot spikes of ivory flowers tinged with light green-cooler colors to contrast with warmer ones. This one is slower to increase than its relatives but oh so worth it and long-lived to boot. Plant in a good facsimile of the moist woodland with dappled shade and you'll get blooms from late spring to early summer, reblooming if deadheaded.And they bring the humble bumble bee! (Aconitums are highly poisonous and not for gardens with children.) Minimum temperature: -20 °F