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Re: [SHADEGARDENS] aconitum

>Does anyone grow or know of a source of Aconitum volubile? Isn't this one a
>climber also? My books tell me it grows in shade. Any info appreciated!

>> True, this vine does sound wonderful. Unfortunately, in the Heronswood
>> catalog Mr. Hinckley says it should be grown in full sun or partial shade,
>> and very well watered.

In the Pacific Northwest where Heronswood is located (and 10 minutes away
from me) shade is a lot different then shade in hotter summer climates. This
may be why at Heronswood full sun is recommended and perhaps hotter summer
climates shade would be required. A lot of shade plants we can grow (or need
to grow) in brighter conditions because of our cooler summers. Some food for
thought.

I am growing A. episcopale this year and Hinkley recommends very light shade
or full sun for this vine. If I lived in a warmer summer area I think I
would try it in a shadier position or at least an area it can climb up from
shady feet (it prefers moist cool soil)  into a sunny spot.  Perhaps A.
episcopale or A. hemsleyanum would be preferable for your partial shade spot?

I just did an article on Heronswood's winter garden (and photos of shade
loving winter blooming plants) you can follow the url in my signature line.
There is a link to their catalog in the article. Heronswood Nursery is a
good source for the Aconitum vines and many shady perennials, shrubs and
other vines. Their catalog is fun to dive into!
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Debra Teachout-Teashon
Washington state, zone 8, Sunset zone 5
Pacific Northwest Gardening
There Is Life In A Winter Garden
http://www.suite101.com/topics/page.cfm/416
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