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Aconitum aff. episcopale

Also Known As

  • Climbing Monkshood

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Aconitum aff. episcopale plant details

Aconitum aff. episcopale is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aconitum aff. episcopale

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aconitum aff. episcopale

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A climbing monkshood reaching up to 10 feet with vibrant blue flowers in fall over glossy divided foliage. Part sun, rich soil. Plant where it can grow up through shrubs. All parts of the plant are poisonous so don't use it in salads. Not available every year.

Gardening facts about Aconitum aff. episcopale plant

How to Grow Aconitum aff. episcopale

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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