Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder

Polemonium reptans 'Stairway to Heaven'

Pronunciation: po-le-MOH-nee-um REP-tanz
SKU #03656
3-8

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LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 12 in. tall, 18 in. wide, in bloom.

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Description A vigorous, heat tolerant selection with soft, blue flowers. Foliage has broad, bold, cream variegation on contrasting green that acquires a pink tinge in direct sun or cool weather. A natural companion for hostas and coral bells in lightly shaded native and wild gardens. Introduced by the New England Wildflower Society. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Late spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Patent Act Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use Border, Container, Edging
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Variegated
Companion Plants Coral Bells (Heuchera); Turtlehead (Chelone); Hosta (Hosta); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia)
Care Instructions Thrives in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Remove spent blooms to encourage more prolific flowering. Hard prune and fertilize before new growth begins in spring.
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DescriptionA vigorous, heat tolerant selection with soft, blue flowers. Foliage has broad, bold, cream variegation on contrasting green that acquires a pink tinge in direct sun or cool weather. A natural companion for hostas and coral bells in lightly shaded native and wild gardens. Introduced by the New England Wildflower Society. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeLate spring
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Edging
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsCoral Bells (Heuchera); Turtlehead (Chelone); Hosta (Hosta); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Remove spent blooms to encourage more prolific flowering. Hard prune and fertilize before new growth begins in spring.

Frequently asked questions

Does Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder evergreen or deciduous?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder grow?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder in my landscape?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder is suitable for: Border, Container, Edging.
What color are Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder flowers?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder?
Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder?
Good companion plants for Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Turtlehead (Chelone); Hosta (Hosta); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia).
How do I care for Stairway To Heaven Jacob's Ladder?
Thrives in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Remove spent blooms to encourage more prolific flowering. Hard prune and fertilize before new growth begins in spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.