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Polemonium reptans

Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Polemonium reptans (Greek valerian) bears showy and faded azure blossoms during mid-spring. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging and wild flower.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Polemonium reptans (Greek valerian) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.