Description
Azure Monkshood is a striking perennial that thrives in Massachusetts gardens, offering elegant indigo-blue hooded flowers from late summer to early fall. This hardy plant reaches up to 3 feet tall in bloom, making it a stunning vertical accent in shady or partially shaded gardens. Its deeply cut, dark green foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the bold flower spikes. Growing best in well-drained, fertile soils, Azure Monkshood is a low-maintenance choice that attracts pollinators while remaining unappealing to deer.
Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and woodland edges, Azure Monkshood brings late-season color to landscapes. It performs well in both full sun and full shade, requiring consistent moisture for optimal growth. Although this plant is easy to grow, care should be taken as all parts are toxic if ingested. Mulching around the root zone helps retain moisture and protect the plant through Massachusetts winters. Regular spring cleanup ensures vigorous growth each season.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Aconitum fischeri
Color: purple
Light: full sun – part shade – full shade
Watering: around an inch per week
Soil: well draining soil
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: upright, towering
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (24″) , width (3')
Blooming Season: late summer – early fall
Growth Rate: medium
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