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Aconitum cammarum Eleanora

Monkshood

Pure white flowers with a narrow, blue edge bloom over deeply cut, glossy, dark green foliage.

  • »  A newer hybrid of monkshood
  • »  Bears white flowers edged with blue
  • »  Dark green, deeply cut foliage
  • »  Bloom Time: Summer to fall

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$24.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:75-100 cm
  • Spread:45-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Poisonous
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Aconitum cammarum 'Eleanora'

The upper sepal of the flower bears a striking resemblance to the cloth hood worn by a medieval monk, thus the common name "Monkshood".

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Aconitum cammarum 'Eleanora'

Grows well in full sun but requires sufficient water. Aconitums grow best where shade is provided in the hot hours of the afternoon. Relatively slow- growing, it won't need to be divided regularly. They are very resistant to pests and diseases. Beware of handling this plant as all parts are highly poisonous.