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| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | US Native Plants |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Sky-Blue |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Attracts | |
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| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | US Native Plants |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 1.00 to 2.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Sky-Blue |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Attracts | |
| Growth Rate |
Bring a touch of woodland magic to your garden with Mertensia virginica, commonly known as Virginia Bluebells. This native perennial dazzles with clusters of trumpet-shaped blooms that transition from soft pink buds to stunning sky-blue flowers in mid to late spring. Its lush, oval-shaped leaves provide a vibrant green backdrop that fades gracefully after the plant goes dormant in early summer. Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or naturalized areas, Virginia Bluebells thrive in moist, well-drained soils and offer unmatched seasonal beauty.
Virginia Bluebells are perfect for adding vibrant spring color to woodland gardens, shaded borders, or under deciduous trees where they can naturalize beautifully. Pair them with other shade-loving perennials like Ferns, Wild Ginger, or Foamflower for a layered, textured effect. Their ephemeral nature also makes them a great companion for summer-blooming plants that will take center stage as Bluebells go dormant.
Mertensia virginica provides an early-season nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. As a native plant, it plays a role in supporting local ecosystems and contributes to a balanced, biodiverse landscape.
Elevate your shaded garden with the charm and ecological value of Mertensia virginica – Virginia Bluebells. This timeless native perennial is sure to delight with its vibrant spring blooms and effortless beauty.
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Virginia Bluebells thrive in partial to full shade and prefer moist, well-drained, rich humus soils. They are commonly found in rich, moist woods and on low, wooded hillsides
This herbaceous perennial typically grows 1 to 2 feet tall and spreads 1 to 1.5 feet wide, forming clumps of smooth, gray-green, oval leaves
hey bloom in mid-spring, producing nodding clusters of pink buds that open into light blue, trumpet-shaped flowers. The blooms are about 1 inch long and are slightly fragrant
Yes, after flowering in mid-spring, the foliage of Virginia Bluebells turns yellow and dies back to the ground in early to mid-summer as the plant goes dormant
Yes, Virginia Bluebells attract a variety of pollinators, including long-tongued bees, butterflies, moths, skippers, hummingbird moths, flower flies, bee flies, and hummingbirds.
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