Jacob's ladder 'Bambino Blue'

Polemonium caeruleum

How to grow Jacob's ladder 'Bambino Blue'

  • High

Keep in mind when planting that Bambino Blue is thought of as hardy, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea). A soil ph of between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal for Bambino Blue as it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Bambino Blue from seed

Ensure a seed sowing distance of 7.02 inches (18.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 19°C / 66°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bambino Blue about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Bambino Blue

As Bambino Blue is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Bambino Blue