Monks hood
Aconitum 'Pink Sensation'

Common Name: Monks hood
Genus: Aconitum
Cultivar: 'Pink Sensation'
The term Aconitum is derived from the Greek for ‘dart’, a reference to how arrows were once dipped in the sap of Monkshood Aconites to improve the arrow’s potential to kill it’s target.
Category: Perennials
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Has interesting foliage
Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 1.40 m (140 cm) |
Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade | Spread: 0.50 m (50 cm) |
Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Pink |
Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: July & August |
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Clay/Heavy
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
A fairly recent introduction by the renowned plants man and designer Piet Oudolf it has been hailed as a colour breakthrough for monkshoods. Its upright spires are densely packed with pale to silvery pink hooded flowers that have a dark throat. It tends to flower a little later than most other monkshoods and if you want loads of flowers then make sure it is planted in full sun. Try mixing it in with grasses for a wilder look or plant it in a mixed border to add a bit of vertical interest.
Garden Care: Prepare an extra deep planting hole at least 45cm (18in) deep adding well-rotted organic matter to prevent the soil from drying out in summer. Always wear gloves when working with monkshood since all parts of the plant are poisonous and a potential skin irritant.
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