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ACONITUM carmichaelii 'Arendsii'
Commonly known as Monkshood
Blue flowers
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BlueRich blue
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread30cm (12in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Sturdy stems. Produces flowers in branched panicles
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sunWill tolerate full sun where soil remains moist
ACONITUM carmichaelii 'Arendsii'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowSyn. 'Arends'Pests & DiseasesAphids, fungal stem rot, Verticillium wiltPlace of originRussia to China. Garden origin
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Flower ShapePanicles
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTIONHarmful via skinToxic if eaten(People & Pets)
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Aconitum - Growing Guide
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