Columbia aconite
Aconitum columbianum
Columbia aconite is a striking native perennial with tall spires of deep blue-purple hooded flowers, ideal for moist woodland or mountain garden settings with partial shade. Provide consistently moist, well-drained soil and avoid letting roots sit in standing water. Caution: all parts of this plant are highly toxic and should be kept out of reach of children and pets.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly, Keeping Soil Evenly Moist But Well-Drained; Avoid Standing Water
Soil pH
5.4 – 7.2
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 23, 2022 by Anna DeGiuli (cc-by-sa)
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