A suitable floor is important
The soil substrate is a very important factor when growing monkshood. It should meet the following criteria:
- as evenly moist as possible (but no waterlogging)
- loose soil structure
- nutritious
Clayey soils are usually optimal, and the location should also be more sheltered from the wind.
Adjust the location to the needs of the plant variety
Most of the monkshood varieties prefer light or partially shaded locations, but some also get along surprisingly well in full shade. You should therefore follow the information on the seeds or on the pot in which you bought the young plants. In sunny locations, the soil can be covered with a Mulch layer be kept from drying out.
Tips
Many gardeners prefer to plant the monkshood in the middle of their flower beds. With its often considerable height, it can not only be the visual center point between lower perennials form, but with its plant parts, which also appear poisonous when touched, is less easily accidentally striped.
