Virginia Bluebell (Mertensia virginica)

Hardy to Zone 3
Bloom Time - Early spring
Colors - Blue or white
Foliage - Ovate, soft, bluish-green leaves
Size - 18 inches in height
Exposure - Shade or partial shade
Culture - Best in humus-rich, well-drained soils in light dappled shade.

Comments - Among the first flowers to bloom in the spring, they are a sight to behold, as the plump pink buds open up to blue bell-shaped flowers. They do dormant during the summer so don't forget where you have them planted. A must-have for woodland gardens.

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