Wildflowers
Jacob's Ladder
Polemonium reptans
Features
Small blue flowers and foliage arranged like rungs on a ladder.
Culture
Partial shade; consistently moist soils.
Mature Height
8-18 Inches
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8
Bloom Color
Blue
Bloom Season
April - June
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Exposure/Light Requirements
Partial Sun/Shade
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Additional Notes
Found in moist woods. Listed as threatened in Michigan.
