Aconitum carmichaelii 'Barker's Variety' | Barker's Variety Monkshood
DESCRIPTION
Aconitum carmichaelii 'Barker's Variety' is a late-blooming perennial that produces dense spikes of deep violet-blue, hooded flowers. These unique, helmet-shaped blooms appear from late summer to early autumn, adding rich color and vertical interest to the garden when many other plants are beginning to fade. The deeply lobed, glossy green foliage creates a lush, textured backdrop that enhances the beauty of the flowers.
'Barker's Variety' is particularly valued for its robust blooms and ability to thrive in partially shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for borders or woodland gardens. Its vivid flowers and elegant structure provide a dramatic finish to the growing season, complementing other autumn-flowering plants and enhancing the overall landscape as summer transitions to fall.
DESCRIPTION
Aconitum carmichaelii 'Barker's Variety' is a late-blooming perennial that produces dense spikes of deep violet-blue, hooded flowers. These unique, helmet-shaped blooms appear from late summer to early autumn, adding rich color and vertical interest to the garden when many other plants are beginning to fade. The deeply lobed, glossy green foliage creates a lush, textured backdrop that enhances the beauty of the flowers.
'Barker's Variety' is particularly valued for its robust blooms and ability to thrive in partially shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for borders or woodland gardens. Its vivid flowers and elegant structure provide a dramatic finish to the growing season, complementing other autumn-flowering plants and enhancing the overall landscape as summer transitions to fall.
DESCRIPTION
Aconitum carmichaelii 'Barker's Variety' is a late-blooming perennial that produces dense spikes of deep violet-blue, hooded flowers. These unique, helmet-shaped blooms appear from late summer to early autumn, adding rich color and vertical interest to the garden when many other plants are beginning to fade. The deeply lobed, glossy green foliage creates a lush, textured backdrop that enhances the beauty of the flowers.
'Barker's Variety' is particularly valued for its robust blooms and ability to thrive in partially shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for borders or woodland gardens. Its vivid flowers and elegant structure provide a dramatic finish to the growing season, complementing other autumn-flowering plants and enhancing the overall landscape as summer transitions to fall.
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 3-4 feet tall
Width: 1.5-2 feet wide
Foliage color: Glossy deep green leaves
Flower color: Deep violet-blue, helmet-shaped blooms
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; cut back after flowering and wear gloves when handling (toxic)
Growing zone: USDA Zones 3-8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer-resistantThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
