Polemonium reptans ‘Stairway to Heaven’
Creeping Jacob’s Ladder |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.427.560
Simply the best variegated Jacob’s Ladder ever introduced. This forms a low mound of medium-green ferny leaves, each leaflet strongly edged in creamy white and flushed with pink during cooler spring weather. Clusters of lightly fragrant violet-blue bells rise taller in mid to late spring. New fresh leaves continue to appear all season, keeping this variety looking good from spring through late fall. Ideal for edging a shady border or growing beside a woodland path. Appreciates average to moist soil conditions. Afternoon shade is recommended in warm summer regions. Trim back the flower stems as soon as blooming is finished. Introduced by the New England Wildflower Society. USPP#15187, CPBR#3113: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for Polemonium reptans ‘Stairway to Heaven’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Light Blue
Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Light Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Fragrant Massed Specimen Wild Flower Woodland
Flower Head Size Small
Height 25-40 cm 10-16 inches
Spread 40-45 cm 16-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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