Mertensia virginica
Much loved ephemeral, bluebells are common in floodplain & rich forests. They spread well by seed.
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May 2016
April 2016 to May 2016
Seedling
First leaves are more pointed and more bluish (as are the cotyledons) than those of year old plants. Both are in this photo.
R Parker
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
Virginia Bluebells
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture:
Moist
Light:
Part Shade
Shade
Shade
Soil:
Humus-rich Woodland
Ephemeral
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens
