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Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum'

Also Known As

  • Rubellum Monkshood

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-48"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum' plant details

Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Rubellum' is a delicate pink version of Aconitum napellus that would make any little girl in her "pink phase" giggle in delight. Rigidly upright stems to 4-5 feet tall in summer hold attractive deeply cut ferny leaves that remain dark green in colour throughout the season contrasting with the spikes of pink, hooded flowers. Monkshoods are great from sun to part shade and offer vertical spikes that for shadier positions. Pollinator attractor, especially bees. Deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum' plant

How to Grow Aconitum napellus 'Rubellum'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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