Virginia Bluebell Seeds – Mertensia Virginica

Virginia Bluebell, scientifically known as Mertensia virginica, is a charming perennial known for its delicate, bell-shaped blue blossoms and attractive foliage. These elegant spring bloomers thrive in partial shade and moist, rich soil, making them perfect for woodland gardens or naturalized landscapes. Their sweet fragrance and nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies and bees, creating a vibrant and pollinator-friendly garden.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant

• Variety Name: Mertensia Virginica (Virginia Bluebell)

• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming with lush green foliage

• Flower Shape: Bell-shaped, soft blue blooms

• Blooming Season: Early to mid-spring

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 7–8: September–November

  • Zones 5–6: October–November

  • Zones 3–4: November–December (for spring germination)

• Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade

• Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

• Watering: Consistent moisture during growing season

• Maturity: Blooms appear within the first 2 years after planting

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches

• Uses: Ideal for garden borders, shaded beds, and naturalized woodland areas

• Maintenance: Low-maintenance once established