Jacob's Ladder, Touch of Class
Jacob's Ladder A Touch of Class
Polemonium caeruleum 'A Touch of Class'
Height: Typically 12–18 inches tall
Spread: Approximately 18–24 inches wide
Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart for an impressive, clumping display
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Description
Jacob's Ladder A Touch of Class infuses your landscape with an inspiring display of luminous blue flower clusters and delicately pinnate foliage. This refined perennial forms a neat, clump-forming habit that makes it a captivating focal point in shaded borders, container plantings, or mixed perennial beds. In spring, its brilliant blue blossoms emerge, creating a refreshing burst of color that gradually softens into subtle hues as the season progresses. In autumn, the foliage takes on a warm, understated tone that enhances the overall textural appeal. Celebrated for its resilience and low-maintenance nature, this plant brings a tidy and sophisticated splash of elegance to any outdoor setting.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in partial to full shade (ideally 3–4 hours of morning sun)
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil; a slightly acidic to neutral pH helps maintain vibrant bloom color
- Watering: Provide consistent, regular moisture during the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and help regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms in early summer to encourage continuous flowering, and cut back in late fall to remove dead growth
Jacob's Ladder A Touch of Class—a sophisticated, low-maintenance perennial that delivers an inspiring display of vivid blue blooms and refined foliage, perfect for adding a splash of elegance and enduring interest to your outdoor space.
