Polemonium caeruleum
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Jacob's ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) is a shade-loving perennial producing ladderlike compound foliage and clusters of blue-purple flowers in spring. In NE Florida's zone 9b, it is best treated as a cool-season annual due to its intolerance of summer heat and humidity. For sale in St. Augustine, FL from $19.95.
Grow in part shade to dappled shade, especially protecting from Florida's harsh afternoon sun. Excessive heat and sun causes foliage scorch and rapid summer decline in NE Florida's climate.
Keep soil evenly moist; do not allow soil to dry out. Jacob's ladder is intolerant of drought and will decline quickly in NE Florida's summer heat without consistent moisture.
Plant in rich, humus-amended, well-drained soil. In NE Florida, best treated as a cool-season annual or short-lived winter/spring perennial; summer heat and humidity will cause foliage to deteriorate and promote fungal disease.
Shares 4 of the same needs: shade, moderate water, loam, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 4 of the same needs: shade, moderate water, loam, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 3 of the same needs: shade, moderate water, and rich.
Shares 3 of the same needs: shade, moderate water, and loam.
Shares 3 of the same needs: shade, loam, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 3 of the same needs: moderate water, loam, and pollinator-friendly.
Jacob's Ladder is a plant for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 18-24 in × 12-18 in.
