Aconitum napellus | Monks Hood | Wolfsbane She sheds style detailed information on 66 of

detailed information on 66 of the most important species to grow

Easy care the plants thrive in part shade and are easily grown in moist but well-drained soil

but it also enjoys cooler temperatures as well

It is also a plant that will tolerate poor soils but drainage is key as it does not like moist nor fertile soils as this will make the plant become sprawly

Also known as "Bugle Weed"

Aconitum napellus | Monks Hood | Wolfsbane She sheds style detailed information on 66 ofAconitum napellus, Monkshood or Wolfsbane, is highly toxic and originates from western and central Europe, which means that the more northern areas of New Zealand are probably too warm for it to grow well. It is a herbaceous perennial (no woody stems) which grows to 1m tall by 30cm wide. The flowers are dark purple to bluish purple, and resemble the hoods that monks wear over their heads whilst praying, hence the common name. These plants are