| Polemonium boreale 'Heavenly Habit' | USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder has masses of beautiful spikes of lightly-scented lilac purple star-shaped flowers with white eyes and yellow anthers rising above the foliage from mid spring to mid summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its ferny pinnately compound leaves remain dark green in colour throughout the season. Creates wonderful texture in the garden especially when combined with hostas.
Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Bloomtime: Late Spring, Summer
Fragrant
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Common Name: Jacob's Ladder, Arctic Jacob’s Ladder
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| More About Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder |
| Height: 18-20 inches |
Spread: 12-15 inches |
Flower Colour: Purple / Blue Shades |
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Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Polemoniums grow best in cool, moist environments. They will grow in full sun in the northernmost reaches of their zone but prefer afternoon shade in the warmest regions where it grows. Keep plants watered during the warmest months of the season, but be sure the soil is well-drained, especially in winter. Cutting plants back by 1/3 after blooming may encourage sporadic rebloom in late summer. Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. It is often used as a 'filler' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination, providing a mass of flowers against which the larger thriller plants stand out. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
