Tall Jacob's-ladder (Polemonium Acutiflorum) is a perennial herb in the Polemoniaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Polemonium acutiflorum, known as tall Jacob's-ladder, is a perennial flowering plant native to western Canada and Alaska.

Tall Jacob's-ladder

Tall Jacob's-ladder

Polemonium Acutiflorum

Polemonium acutiflorum, known as tall Jacob's-ladder, is a perennial flowering plant native to western Canada and Alaska.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tall Jacob's-ladder

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Polemoniaceae
Genus:Polemonium
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