Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica) delivers luminous spring color with cascading clusters of trumpet-shaped blooms that shift from blush pink to clear blue. This fast-spreading native perennial forms generous drifts in moist woodland settings, making it a top choice for shade gardens and underplanting deciduous trees.
Hardy and easy to grow, Mertensia virginica performs best in partial shade and humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. It pairs beautifully with ferns and other spring wildflowers like trout lilies, then naturally goes dormant in summer. Ideal for pollinator habitats and naturalized landscapes, Virginia bluebells attract early-season bees and create a stunning spring groundcover display.
