Jacob's Ladder - Polemonium reptans

Phonetic: po-leh-MOH-nee-um REP-tanz Jacob's ladder gets its common name from its small leaflets which are arranged in a ladder-like manner along the long, graceful leaves. It does not tolerate hot, humid conditions and does appreciate a location with part shade.  This self-seeding herbaceous perennial will also spread by rhizomes. Its native habitat includes moist, deciduous woods and stream banks.  It has a low drought tolerance and will go dormant in drought conditions. Hardiness Zone:  3-8 Native Region: BONAP Map BONAP Map Key Color Guide: Map Color Key Sun Exposure:  Partial Sun, Shade Flower Color:  Blue Bloom Time:  April, May, June Soil Type:  Medium - Moist Mature Plant Size:  1'H, 1-1.5'W Plant Spacing:  .5-1' Attracts:  Bees, Butterflies Advantages:  Deer resistant, early source of nectar and pollen, foliage stays green all season Landscape Uses:  Ground cover, rock gardens, shade garden, woodland garden Companion Plants:  Foam Flower, Red Columbine, Virginia Blue Bells