Virginia Bluebells - Mertensia virginica

These are in the 2 inch pot.

Please note that this is a spring ephemeral plant. They may be past their peak by sale day, and going dormant, but will return happily next spring.

Features: With its clusters of blue flowers, this pretty spring woodland wildflower spreads beautifully over time. Its delicate tubular flowers are an important early nectar source. Reports of use by hummingbirds. Goes dormant in summer. Deers browse on them.

Light: Part shade

Soil: Loamy, rich soil, moist

Height: 2 Feet

Blooms: April to May

See more information and photos at Illinois Wildflowers and USDA Plants Database

Photos: 1. Illinois Wildflower 2. Carolyn Cullen (at Austin Gardens, Oak Park)