Aconitum carmichaelii (Chinese Monkshood)

Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-8, guessing 72" tall Origin: China

Web-Only! (aka: A. incisofidum CY T-441/04) Since the statute of limitations has expired, I'll publicly admit to Aconitum genocide. Yes, it's a dark secret, but there's a lot less monkshoods in the world thanks to yours truly and our hot, humid climate. My point in this admission is that the Chinese Aconitum cf. carmichaelii has actually prospered, forming vigorous 6' tall clumps of cut trifoliate dark green leaves. In October, the clumps are topped with 6" spikes of helmet-shaped blue flowers. If you'd like to try an aconitum that won't try and sneak back to China on the midnight flight, give this one a shot. This is not the same as the heat intolerant A. carmichaelii of the trade. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)