Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii' (aconite) bears showy, medium blue and repeat-blooming blooms during late summer to late fall. This herbaceous perennial is upright and has deep green foliage that is glossy and coarse textured.
Typical Uses
Accent, bedding plant, bog, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, pond and woodland.
Special Characteristics
This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii' (aconite) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. Depending upon your local conditions, Aconitum carmichaelii 'Arendsii' (aconite) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.