Variegated Jacob's Ladder
Polemonium Caeruleum
Overview
Variegated Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) is a visually striking perennial with vibrant green foliage accented by creamy white edges. Reaching heights of 2-3 feet and spreading 18-24 inches, this hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring partial shade to full sun. It boasts clusters of bell-shaped, blue-violet flowers in late spring to early summer, adding a vertical dimension and cool tone to borders or woodland gardens.
Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–8Type Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Polemoniaceae
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