Jacob’s Ladder. A clump-forming perennial with green foliage and pretty blue to violet flowers in summer. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Polemonium viscosum
A clump-forming perennial with green foliage and pretty blue to violet flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Polemonium |
|---|---|
| Species | viscosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Jacob's Ladder |
| Flower Colour | blue, violet |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Dead head regularly |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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