Variegated Jacob's Ladder

Polemonium hybrid 'Brise d'Anjou'

Pronunciation: po-le-MOH-nee-um
SKU #06536
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LIGHT: Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, 24 in. wide.

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Description This intriguing plant forms a tidy mound of brightly variegated green and white foliage. Lovely blue flowers make a striking combination with the foliage. Excellent for use as contrast or an accent in beds and borders. An herbaceous perennial. From Must Have Perennials®
Bloom Time Late spring into summer
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
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Variegated
Companion Plants Hosta (Hosta); Anemone (Anemone); Astilbe (Astilbe); Flax Lily (Dianella); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)
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. For a neat appearance, remove spent flower stems. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
History Originally from the From Blooms of Bressingham® breeding program.
Details
DescriptionThis intriguing plant forms a tidy mound of brightly variegated green and white foliage. Lovely blue flowers make a striking combination with the foliage. Excellent for use as contrast or an accent in beds and borders. An herbaceous perennial. From Must Have Perennials®
Bloom TimeLate spring into summer
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
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsHosta (Hosta); Anemone (Anemone); Astilbe (Astilbe); Flax Lily (Dianella); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)
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. For a neat appearance, remove spent flower stems. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
History
HistoryOriginally from the From Blooms of Bressingham® breeding program.

Frequently asked questions

Does Variegated Jacob's Ladder produce flowers?
Late spring into summer
Is Variegated Jacob's Ladder evergreen or deciduous?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Variegated Jacob's Ladder?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Variegated Jacob's Ladder grow?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Variegated Jacob's Ladder in my landscape?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Variegated Jacob's Ladder flowers?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Variegated Jacob's Ladder?
Variegated Jacob's Ladder has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Variegated Jacob's Ladder?
Good companion plants for Variegated Jacob's Ladder include: Hosta (Hosta); Anemone (Anemone); Astilbe (Astilbe); Flax Lily (Dianella); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Variegated 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. For a neat appearance, remove spent flower stems. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
What is the history of Variegated Jacob's Ladder?
Originally from the From Blooms of Bressingham® breeding program.

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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.