Jacob’s Ladder (Polemonium reptans)

Photographer: Muller, Thomas L.

Description: The fern-like foliage is arranged like the rungs of a ladder, topped by clusters of delicate bell-shaped blue flowers. It is a woodland favorite that provides early spring forage for native bees.

Height: 1 to 1.5 ft

Light: Part Shade to Full Shade

Water: Average

Spreading Habit: Moderate

Spreading Method: Seeds

Bloom Time: Early Spring

Bloom Color: Blue