Overview
Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' is a perennial in the genus Polemonium, part of the Polemoniaceae family. It typically grows around 0.4 m tall. Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils.
About
Polemonium caeruleum, known as Jacob's-ladder or Greek valerian, is a hardy perennial flowering plant. The plant produces cup-shaped, blue or white flowers.
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About the genus
Polemonium, commonly called Jacob's ladders or Jacob's-ladders, is a genus of between 25 and 40 species of flowering plants in the family Polemoniaceae, native to cool temperate to arctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. One species, Polemonium micranthum, also occurs in the southern Andes in South America. Many of the species grow at high altitudes, in mountainous areas.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Polemonium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
Plant details
Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 0.4 m
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Polemonium caeruleum 'Album'?
Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' prefers full sun.
What soil does Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' need?
Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' grow?
Polemonium caeruleum 'Album' reaches a height of 0.4 m.
