Aconitum x cammarum 'Bicolor' (Bicolor Wolf's Bane, Bicolor Monk's Hood)


Botanical Information

FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusAconitum
Speciesx cammarum
Cultivar'Bicolor'
CategoryPerennials
OriginThe species is native to western and central Europe.
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested. Can also be harmful through skin contact. Wear personal protective equipment when handling the plant.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-23 - (-18)
Temperature (°F)-10 - 0
Height1 m - 1.5 m
Spread0.1 m - 0.5 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August

Description and Growing Information

ShapeColumnar and upright.
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn or early spring.
CultivationBest grown in cool, moist, fertile soils in partial shade. Additionally well-rotted organic added to the soil encourges growth.
Notable SpecimensLanhydrock Garden, Cornwall, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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