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Polemonium reptans

Jacob's Ladder

• »  Easy to grow with few pests
• »  Flowers are a magnet for native insects
• »  Grouped plants provide great critter cover
• »  Fall fruit attracts birds
• »  Thrives in shade
• »  Deer resistant
• »  Attracts butterflies

• Category:Perennial
• Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
• Hardiness Zone:3-8
• Height:12-18 in
• Spread:12-18 in
• Bloom Color: Blue Shades
• Foliage Color: Green Shades

Small, dark green leaves make for the perfect backdrop for the slate-blue, bell-shaped flowers held atop long, upright stems in May and June. Butterflies and other pollinators are drawn to its nectar while fall white berries are attractive to birds. Loves to be grouped in shaded areas.