Jacobs Ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) Perennial

Violet-blue, bell-shaped flowers adorn this heirlooms fern-like foliage, which resembles the rungs of a ladder. Originally used for medicinal purposes dating back to the 1600s, Jacobs Ladder is easy to grow. Prefers shady areas with rich soil.

• 50 seeds minimum
• Germination: 14-28 days
• Maturity: 200 days
• Direct sow 1/8 deep in shade/partial shade in late spring or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Prefers rich, moist soil.
• Space plants 12-18 apart
• USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8
• Perennial