Aconitum napellus | Monks Hood | Wolfsbane Benzakein Chai Peonies and Dahlias all of

Peonies and Dahlias all of which you can find here

A good cut flower

or 1 teaspoon of dried leaves

a jugful by itself brightens any room

Aconitum napellus | Monks Hood | Wolfsbane Benzakein Chai Peonies and Dahlias all ofAconitum napellus, Monkshood or Wolfsbane, is highly toxic and originates from western and central Europe, which means that the more northern areas of New Zealand are probably too warm for it to grow well. It is a herbaceous perennial (no woody stems) which grows to 1m tall by 30cm wide. The flowers are dark purple to bluish purple, and resemble the hoods that monks wear over their heads whilst praying, hence the common name. These plants are