Aconitum lamarkii
More About Aconitum lamarkii
- Spikes of sulphur-yellow flowers midsummer
- Deeply lobed, green foliage
- Easy care perennial
- Bloom Time: Midsummer
Interesting Notes:
The upper sepal of the flower bears a striking resemblance to the clothing hood worn by a medieval monk, thus the common name "Monkshood".
Zone:
2Height:
75-100 cmSpread:
45-60 cmColour:
YellowMonkshood Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows well in full sun but requires sufficient water. Aconitum grows 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. May require staking.
Aconitum lamarkii Characteristics

Full Sun

Partial Sun/Shade

Rabbit Resistant

Deer Resistant

Poisonous

Low Maintenance
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedMoist to Average
Growth Rate
MediumFlowering Time
Lt. Sum-FallSummer
Habit
ClumpingUpright
Foliage Color
Green (dark)Landscape uses
SpecimenSuitable Substitutions for Aconitum lamarkii

Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii'
Monkshood

Aconitum carmichaelii 'Pink Sensation'
Monkshood
