Mertensia virginica - Virginia bluebells Gay feather easy to grow

easy to grow

The blooms are attractive to insects including butterflies

The leaves are mottled and the bloom is a bright yellow

its small size makes it easy to find room for in the natural garden

It is very similar to the cultivated strawberry but the berry is smaller

Mertensia virginica - Virginia bluebells Gay feather easy to growVirginia bluebells are one of the loveliest of the spring wildflowers. They like shade moisture and do best in rich soil. They are a fairly tall plant growing over 12 inches. The blooms attract a variety of insects. This plant is a prolific self sower and can increase its number if it is planted in a favorable location. Like many of the spring wildflowers, this plant goes dormant at the onset of summer. Mertensia is a wonderful addition to the natural