Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica). Hardy, North American early spring-flowering perennial Description: Delicate, terminal clusters of light pink buds, which open to flared, long-tubular, sky-blue to purple flowers Habit: Grows 18" high and 12-18" wide; erect, branching stems; completely dormant in summer Culture: Prefers dappled shade of deciduous forests and moist, humus-rich loam; plant growing tip 1-inch below surface Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 3 Origin: North America Jefferson... - Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica). |