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Blue Campanula rotundifolia, Bluebell of Scotland, Bluebell Bellflower
Blue Campanula rotundifolia, Bluebell of Scotland, Bluebell Bellflower
Blue Campanula rotundifolia, Bluebell of Scotland, Bluebell Bellflower
Blue Campanula rotundifolia, Bluebell of Scotland, Bluebell Bellflower
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Campanula rotundifolia
SKU:
HC014490
$8.99
per Plant - 2.5" Pot
Shipping:
No longer available this season.
Overview
Campanula rotundifolia (Bluebells of Scotland or Bluebell Bellflower), a native wildflower, blooms most of the summer with a numerous nodding, blue bell-like flowers held over the bright green foliage. Native to the foothills and mountains, Bluebells like cooler growing conditions and appreciate afternoon shade in hot summer climates. These plants need regular, even moisture.
key features
Botanical Name
Campanula rotundifolia
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Easy To Grow, Long Bloom Time, Naturalizes, Small Spaces, Rock Gardens
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Mature Height
12" tall
Mature Spread
15" wide
Bloom Time
Summer
Description
12" tall x 15" wide. Campanula rotundifolia (Bluebells of Scotland or Bluebell Bellflower) has wiry stems of nodding blue flowers gracing this native wildflower. Blooms continuously from early summer on. This little charmer blends well into any perennial border! Campanulas grow best in good garden soils with watering and will do better with afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Very cold hardy perennials that are particularly useful to northern gardeners. Deadhead flowers to encourage additional blooms. (seed propagated)
Planting Care
Tips On Growing Campanula (Bluebells)
Campanula (Bluebells) is a large genus of primarily Old World species known for their showy blue flowers.
Preferred growing conditions:
- Plant in most any soil including clay with full sun to partial shade conditions.
- Mulch with most common mulch materials. Mulching not needed in Eastern US.
- Keep regularly watered and don't let them get too dry.
- Fertilize lightly in fall with Yum Yum Mix/compost blend.
Special comments:
- Deadhead to prolong blooming. Leave some seeds to ripen to encourage plants to re-seed themselves.
- Cut back hard to just above the ground in mid-spring.
Shipping Info
No longer available this season.
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