Photo of Polemonium vanbruntiae flower by Dr. Thomas G. Barnes, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Photo by Dr. Thomas G. Barnes, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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Polemonium vanbruntiae

Also Known As

  • Polemonium van bruntiaea
  • Polemonium Van-Bruntiae Britton
  • American Jacob's Ladder
  • Bog Jacob’s Ladder

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Polemonium vanbruntiae plant details

Polemonium vanbruntiae is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polemonium vanbruntiae

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: polemoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: bog garden, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polemonium vanbruntiae

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Gardening facts about Polemonium vanbruntiae plant

How to Grow Polemonium vanbruntiae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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