Polemonium boreale Heavenly Habit (Jacob’s Ladder)

Compact Jacob’s ladder with finely divided foliage and clusters of scented, blue-purple, bell-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer. The tidy habit makes it suitable for smaller borders and mixed containers. Prefers sun in cooler climates or light shade where summers are hot, along with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. 

  • Plant Patent: n/a
  • Container Size: 
  • USDA Zone: 3-9
  • Height: 12-18"
  • Spread: 12-18"
  • Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
  • Soil Moisture: dry to average
  • Bloom Time: late spring to late summer
  • Bloom Color: blue, purple
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit: butterflies
  • Notes:
  • Image Credit: Jelitto/Jet-Seeds®