Aconitum henryi 'Spark's Variety' - Henry's Monkshood
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Henry's Aconite
Scientific name: Aconitum henryi 'Spark's Variety'
Foliage color: Dark green, lobed, finely toothed
Flower color: Intense blue-violet, in dense spikes
Mature height: 0.90–1.20 m (3–4 ft)
Mature width: 0.45–0.60 m (1.5–2 ft)
Habit: Upright, slender, forming robust and well-structured stems
Flowering period: July to September
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Watering needs: Moderate, prefers moist soil
Soil type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter, fertile
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 8
Drought tolerance: Moderate, prefers humidity
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Toxicity to animals: Highly toxic, keep away from children and pets
✂️ Care
Plant in partial to full shade in rich, well-drained, moist soil. Water regularly after planting to encourage root establishment, then maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Stake if necessary to support tall stems. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and cut back to the ground in autumn after frost.
This spectacular, hardy perennial thrives with minimal maintenance once established. Ideal for borders, shade gardens, and woodland edges, it offers remarkable blue-violet blooms in late summer. Caution: all parts are toxic; handle with care.