Polemonium 'Touch of Class' – Hardy Variegated Jacob's Ladder Perennial

Polemonium 'Touch of Class' is a striking variegated form of the classic Jacob's Ladder, prized for its beautifully edged foliage and delicate clusters of soft lavender-blue flowers. The green leaves are elegantly margined with creamy-white, providing ornamental interest even when not in bloom. A compact, clump-forming perennial, it brings gentle colour and texture to cottage garden borders, woodland edges and containers throughout the growing season.

This hardy perennial is easy to grow and well suited to partially shaded spots in the garden where its variegated foliage truly shines. It pairs beautifully with hostas, heucheras and other shade-loving companions. The nectar-rich flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

Supplied as a well-established plant in a 3L pot, ready for planting out into the garden or a decorative container.

What's Included:

• 1 x Polemonium 'Touch of Class' plant in a 3L pot

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Polemonium reptans 'Touch of Class'


• Common Names: Jacob's Ladder, Touch of Class Polemonium


• Classification: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 30–40 cm x 30–40 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Clump-Forming Perennial


• Perfect For: Cottage Garden Borders, Woodland Edges, Shaded Beds, Containers


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer


• Flower Colour: Soft Lavender-Blue


• Planting Position: Partial Shade to Full Sun


• Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained, Humus-Rich Soil


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H7)


• Foliage: Variegated Green Leaves with Creamy-White Margins


• Attracts: Bees and Other Pollinators


• Award: RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)

Planting and Care Tips:

• Plant in a partially shaded position for the best foliage colour; full sun is tolerated if the soil remains consistently moist.


• Prepare the planting hole with well-rotted compost or organic matter to improve moisture retention.


• Water regularly during dry spells, especially during the first growing season while the plant establishes.


• Deadhead spent flower stems to encourage a tidy appearance and potential secondary flush of blooms.


• Divide established clumps every few years in autumn or early spring to maintain vigour.

Notes: This listing is for the variegated 'Touch of Class' variety, distinguished by its attractive cream-edged foliage. Please note that plant size and appearance may vary depending on the time of year and stage of growth.