Jacob’s Ladder (Polemonium reptans) is a groundcover plant with light blue flowers from mid- to late spring. They prefer mesic soil in part sun to shade where they can grow to 2 feet tall. They're best suited for shaded slopes and banks. Companion plants for this species include Rosy Sedge (Carex rosea) and Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense).
Maintenance
No serious maintenance needs.
About
Light Requirements
Part Sun,
Shade Moisture Requirements
Banks,
Slopes Soil Requirements
Loam Height
Very Short,
Short Spacing
1 to 2 feet Category
Seasonal Attracts
Bees,
Butterflies Illinois Native Plant Status
Yes Bloom Time
April,
May,
June Bloom Color
Blue Seasonality
Fall,
Spring,
Summer Sociability
Groups of 10-20