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Mertensia ciliata
A tall streambank perennial of Alberta's alpine and subalpine areas (30–100 cm), with clusters of nodding blue bell-flowers and blue-green leaves. Colonies along mountain creeks are stunning in July. Distinguished from Tall Bluebells (Mertensia paniculata) by habitat and its preference for truly wet rocky seeps.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Rocky Mountains, Zone 3
Light
Part shade
Bloom Time
June–Aug
Soil
Moist to wet, rich alpine soils
Water
High
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Seed after 60–90 days cold stratification. Division of mature clumps in spring (handle taproot carefully).
