Mertensia virginica - Virginia bluebells

Mertensia virginica - Virginia bluebellsVirginia bluebells are one of the loveliest of the spring wildflowers. They like shade moisture and do best in rich soil. They are a fairly tall plant growing over 12 inches. The blooms attract a variety of insects. This plant is a prolific self sower and can increase its number if it is planted in a favorable location. Like many of the spring wildflowers, this plant goes dormant at the onset of summer. Mertensia is a wonderful addition to the natural

with large heart-shaped leaves

It will spread by root and increase its numbers in time

it has a fairly long bloom period

Like many of the spring wildflowers

Birdsfoot violet is named for the leaves which are parted and resemble a birds foot

low growing blue blooming wildflower

delicate attractive woodland plant growing to about 6 inches

It blooms in late spring

It will increase its numbers in time if planted in a favorable location

it is easy to grow if planted in a suitable location

branched plant growing about 18"

it is a good choice for the rock garden and is a good companion to gold star grass