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- The ideal care for the iron hat
- How often does the iron hat have to be cast?
- When and how can you transplant the Eisenhut?
- What should be considered when cutting the Eisenhut?
- Which pests and diseases can damage the Eisenhut?
- What type of fertilization is useful in the Eisenhut?
- Can the iron hat be wintered?
- Tips
The iron hat likes it evenly moist
The ideal care for the iron hat
Despite its reputation as one of the most poisonous plants in Europe, the common coneflower (Aconitum) is a popular perennial in many gardens in Germany. This is not least due to the relatively uncomplicated care and the extremely beautiful flowers of this plant, which is available in many subspecies.
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Although the Eisenhut does not tolerate continuous waterlogging, it still requires a uniform soil moisture. Therefore, it should be watered extensively at least every few days, especially during the summer months. To prevent acute soil dryness, you can cover the ground with a layer of mulch at the site of the Eisenhut.
When and how can you transplant the Eisenhut?
The iron hat is ideally transplanted in the spring, in many species, however, a transplanting in the fall is possible. On this occasion, it also makes sense to share the plants. A rejuvenation by division should generally be done every four to five years to maintain the vitality of the plants. When splitting or cutting the hat you should always wear gloves as protection, as the mere contact of the plants can lead to symptoms of intoxication such as numbness in the affected body parts.
What should be considered when cutting the Eisenhut?
Since the seeds of the Eisenhuts are even more poisonous than the rest of the plant, the inflorescences are cut off as soon as possible after flowering. The stems are cut back to the ground as soon as all the leaves have withered.
Which pests and diseases can damage the Eisenhut?
The monkshood is usually not attacked by pests, but it can be partially susceptible to fungal diseases. Pernicious growth and whitish appearances can have the following causes:
What type of fertilization is useful in the Eisenhut?
For the culture of the Eisenhut it is sufficient to distribute some compost at its location on the bed in the spring. Alternatively, you can also use a long-term fertilizer such as horn shavings.
Can the iron hat be wintered?
The Eisenhut is usually winter hardy and requires no special winter protection.
Tips
Some species of Eisenhut grow very tall and tend to fall apart occasionally. You can prevent this situation with a ring placed around the stems of the ironhut or by tying the horstly awake plants together with a string.