💜 Aconitum ‘Bressingham Spire’ (3L Pot) – Monkshood

Add height and dramatic late-season colour to your garden with Aconitum ‘Bressingham Spire’, a classic herbaceous perennial known for its tall spikes of striking violet-blue, hooded flowers. Blooming on strong, upright stems, this elegant plant creates a bold vertical accent in borders without the need for staking.

Its deeply divided, glossy dark green foliage provides rich texture throughout the growing season, making it a standout choice for shaded or partially shaded garden areas.

🌿 Key Features

• Tall spikes of violet-blue, hooded flowers
• Strong, upright stems (no staking usually required)
• Height up to 90 cm, spread up to 60 cm
• Attractive, deeply cut dark green foliage
• Ideal for borders, containers, and cut flowers
• RHS Award of Garden Merit

🌞 Planting & Position

• Best in partial shade; tolerates full sun in cooler areas
• Prefers moist but well-drained soil
• Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and containers
• Protect from intense midday sun to prevent leaf scorch

💧 Watering & Care

• Keep soil consistently moist—do not allow to dry out
• Water regularly during dry periods
• Avoid waterlogged conditions
• Low maintenance once established

🌸 Flowering

• Produces tall flower spikes in mid to late summer
• Adds vertical interest and rich colour to shaded areas
• Excellent for cutting and floral arrangements

✂️ Maintenance

• Divide clumps every 3–4 years in early spring
• Remove spent flower spikes to keep plants tidy
• Cut back foliage after flowering or in autumn

🌱 Planting Instructions

• Prepare soil well and dig a hole twice the size of the pot
• Gently remove plant by tapping the pot—do not pull
• Position, backfill, and firm soil
• Water thoroughly and keep well-watered during establishment

⚠️ Important Safety Information

• All parts of this plant are highly toxic
• Harmful if ingested and may cause skin irritation on contact
• Always wear gloves when handling
• Keep away from children and pets

🌼 Why Choose Keans Claremorris?

• Premium-quality plants carefully selected for Irish gardens
• Expert advice you can trust
• Friendly, reliable service
• Plants suited to local growing conditions
• A garden centre with generations of experience

Aconitum ‘Bressingham Spire’ is a striking and reliable perennial, perfect for adding height, structure, and bold colour to partially shaded garden spaces.