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ACONITUM 'Spark's Variety'
Commonly known as Monkshood
Deep violet-blue flower spikes up to 5 feet tall
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Blue - violet blue -
Height - 1.5m(5ft) -
Spread - 45cm (18in)
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Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch. - erect perennial with rounded, deeply 5- to 7-lobed leaves.
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Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Full shade - happiest in a cool, moist site -
Full sun -
Partial shade - will tolerate full sun. -
Caution, toxic if eaten, may cause skin allergy or irritant - These plants are toxic if eaten and may also cause a skin allergy, rash, irritation to eyes and skin. -
Additional Features - Good to know - might require staking -
Pests & Diseases - aphids, fungal stem rot, mildew, Verticillium wilt -
Place of origin - garden origin -
Flower Shape - Panicles - widely-branched panicles
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Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Seasonal Interest - Summer
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Wildlife - Rabbit Resistant
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