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Jacob's Ladder
Native wildflower
Native wildflowerPolemonium reptans
- Partial sun
- Zones 3–8
- 60 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 12" spacing
- High water
- Perennial
Overview
Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium reptans) is a perennial native wildflower. Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8. Prefers full sun.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors in fall for spring germination (benefits from cold stratification)
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained loam, slightly acidic to neutral. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 14-21 days.