Aconitum (Monkshood)
Upright plants with thick, leathery leaves. Attractive helmet-shaped flowers on tall stalks. Excellent cut flower. Prefers moist, partially shaded areas. Blooms mid to late summer. All plant parts are poisonous. Note: Plant 2 roots per gallon for fuller pots.
| Growing Temperature: | 5-60 °F days, 45-50 °F nights. |
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| Soil pH: | 5.6-6.2 |
| Fertility: | Moderate slow-release fertilizer. |
| Pests and Diseases: | Botrytis, bacterial leaf spot, crown rot, downy mildew, leaf spot, leaf and stem smut, powdery mildew, root and stem rot, rust, verticillium. |
| Potting and Timing: | Wearing gloves while handling, all parts of plant are poisonous. |
| Moisture: | Watch water levels, likes moist soil but not being overly wet. |
| Planting Level: | Plant just below soil level. |
| PGRs/Pinching: | |
| Lighting: | Short day. |
Bare Root Division #1 - Planting Instructions
| Container: | 1 gallon. |
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| When to Plant: | Spring. |
| Finish: | 8-10 Weeks. |
