Jacob's Ladder - Polemonium caeruleum
Jacob's Ladder, with its bell-shaped, pale blue blossoms, is an enchanting flower that blends perfectly into various floral arrangements in beds and bouquets. It brings freshness and lightness to the design and is particularly well-suited for summer arrangements. This bee-friendly plant adds not only natural but also playful charm.
Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: February to March
Sowing outdoors: May
Germination time: 14 days at 16-18°C
Sowing depth: 1 cm
Height: 60-70 cm
Planting distance: 40-50 cm
Flower size: <5 cm
Flowering time: June to September
Soil: permeable, humus-rich, fresh
Fertilization: organic fertilizer, slow-release fertilizer
Location: Sun/partial shade
Water consumption: high, no waterlogging
Growing tips:
After sowing, the soil should always be kept slightly moist; it should never be allowed to dry out. Outdoors, choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil. For abundant rebloom, the faded flower heads should be removed. Fertilizing is recommended.
No special protection is necessary in winter.
Use:
cut flower
Bee pasture
Bag contents:
Approx. 200 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.
