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Bicolor Monkshood
Aconitum x cammarum 'Bicolor'
Unique bi-colored flowers in shades from deep blue to white on glossy dark green foliage.
A color variation on the more familiar Blue Monkshood, this is not as commonly seen in gardens. Plants form an upright clump of deeply-cut green leaves, bearing spikes of blue-edged white flowers in mid-summer. May need staking in early summer. An outstanding cut flower. Plants prefer a site that will not dry out, away from thirsty tree roots. In hot summer areas this will need protection from afternoon sun. Easily divided every 3 to 4 years, in early spring. CAUTION: toxic if eaten/harmful via skin.
Characteristics:
Blooms mid to late summer
36-48 In
2-9 Find your zone
Partial Sun,Partial Shade
Features and Usage:
Greenhouse Growing Instructions:
Grow at 50-60° F in high light conditions. Initially allow plants to dry slightly between watering. Once actively growing keep evenly moist and feed at 50-75 ppm N with each watering. Plants generally finish in 8-10 weeks based on growing conditions.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 28
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: Low
Transplanting Instructions:
WEAR GLOVES WHEN WORKING WITH ACONITUM AS ALL PARTS ARE POISONOUS. Plant in professional potting soil with the crown just below the soil surface when watered in. Apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.
Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in a rich, moist, well-drained soil in partial sun to partial shade. Tolerates full sun if the soil is moist.
