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Monkshood
Aconitum napellus
Monkshood
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Native plant with thick spikes of blue flowers in late spring to early summer. Highly resistant to pests and disease due to high plant toxicity.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Deer resistant.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Tolerates shade.
Quick answers
How big does Monkshood get?
About 30-36" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Monkshood need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Monkshood need?
Moderate water use.
Will Monkshood grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Monkshood deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Monkshood in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Monkshood wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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