Virginia Bluebells - Mertensia virginica | Pots ready spring

Common name: Virginia Bluebells

Scientific name: Mertensia virginica

Example mature size: 0.4 m tall, 0.4 m wide; 1.5 ft tall, 1.5 ft wide

Sunlight: Shade, Partial-sun

Water: Average, Medium-wet

Soil: Loam

Blooms: Blue in April, May

Ontario plant status: Native Forb, Uncommon

Natural habitats: Forest-shaded

Wildlife benefits: Bees/wasps 🐝, Songbirds 🐦

Points of interest: - Excellent for pollinators and butterflies - Prefers moist rich soil