Jacob's Ladder
Jacob's Ladder is a shade garden favorite with both excellent foliage and lovely flowers. The delicate compound leaves support a proliferation of small, lavender-blue blooms for several weeks in April or May. The early blooms are a reliable source of nectar and …
| Soil Type | Loam |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Medium |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial, Shade |
| Height | 1' |
| Bloom Color | Lavender, Blue |
| Bloom Time | May, June |
| Spacing | 1' |
| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Root Type | Fibrous |
| Benefits | Pollinators |
Jacob's Ladder is a woodland plant, with both excellent foliage and lovely flowers. The delicate compound leaves support a proliferation of small, lavender-blue blooms for several weeks in April or May. The early blooms offer a reliable source of nectar and pollen for some of the season's first pollinators.
A moderately shady site with loose, rich soil is best for this plant - it would be well situated in a garden on the north side of the house. Unlike so many other spring blooms, the foliage of Jacob's Ladder stays fresh and green all summer. Mature plants are typically around a foot tall and somewhat deer resistant. Mulch with leaves.
