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Polemonium reptans

spreading Jacob's ladder

P. reptans stems are covered in numerous, small leaflets, which grow exactly opposite one another, giving each stem the ladder-like appearance which lends the plant its common name (Jacob's ladder). Blue-purple flowers bloom profusely in spring.

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Height: 10-16 in
Spread: 12-14 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Additional Attributes
Fragrant
Landscape Use
Specimen
Massing


North American Distribution


spreading Jacob's ladder - Polemonium reptans from Native Plant Trust
spreading Jacob's ladder - Polemonium reptans from Native Plant Trust
spreading Jacob's ladder - Polemonium reptans from Native Plant Trust
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