Description
Also known as Stairway to Heaven or Abscess Root. The roots of the plant are dried and used as medicine; the taste is a little sour and pungent. The plant features blue flowers arranged in dense bunches. The ground root of the plant is utilized in making tea, which is proven to be helpful in curing various problems. The plant multiplies rapidly with the help of its roots. The plant is generally seen on the river side and mostly found in America. Herbaceous perennial that will mature to 1 – 2 feet tall and wide. Will do best in rich, well-drained soil. Jacob’s ladder is a hardy plant that does well in a wide range of climates. It will grow best in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8, but it can also be grown anywhere up to zone 12, though care requirements will vary slightly depending on your climate. If grown in zones 8 to 10, Jacob’s ladder will need to be grown in almost full shade.
