Polemonium carneum 'Apricot Delight'
(Jacob's Ladder)

Origin:  Native to Northwest USA
Family: Polemoniaceae
Light: Full sun-part shade
Height: 1.5-2'
Spacing: 18"
Blooms:  Apricot, cup-shaped, late Spring
Foliage: Green, ladder-like, coarsely divided
Soil: Well-drained, normal, clayey
Water:  Regular
Uses: Cut flower, perennial garden, mass plant
Propagation:  Seeds

Comments:  Polemonium carneum 'Apricot Delight' or Jacob's Ladder is an attractive perennial with a low growth habit.  It is a native of northwest USA.  From late Spring till Summer, it produces lovely cup-shaped apricot blossoms among exquisite green, pinnate, coarsely divided, ladder-like foliage.   Florists are delighted with its lovely cut flowers.  Trim after flowering for a fresher look.  Jacob's Ladder self sows and the seeds are easily propagated and performs best in well-drained, normal to clayey soil, in a sunny or part shade location.  Mass plant Polemonium carneum 'Apricot Delight' in the perennial bed for a delightful display.  It is low maintenance and definitely gets your attention.

USDA Zones: 4-9