Aconitum carmichaelii (Chinese Monkshood)

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

(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 are 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 carmichaelii has actually prospered, forming vigorous 6' tall clumps of cut, trifoliate, dark green leaves. In October, the deer-resistant 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)