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Bellflower
Uses:
- Mixed Borders
- Rock Gardens
- Container Gardens
Features:
- Low Maintenance
- Deer & Rabbit Resistant
- Pest & Disease Resistant
Sunlight:
- Partial Sun to Full Sun
- More Flowers With More Sun
- 5+ Hours of Direct Sun
Growing Zones:
- 3-8
- What is My Zone?
Bellflowers, or Campanula, come in many different sizes and colors. Some are woodland species and appreciate cool, moist conditions, while others are alpine dwellers and love to soak up the sun. The typically bell-shaped flowers appear in spring or early summer. Perennial Bellflowers form clumps that expand over time and can be used as an effective ground cover.
About Bellflower
Genus
Species
Family
Campanula
Several including Campanula persicifolia, Campanula glomerata, Campanula rotundifolia, Campanula poscharskyana, Campanula carpatica
Campanulaceae
Common Names:
Canterbury Bells, Harebell, Peach-leaved Bellflower, Carpathian Bellflower, Canterbury Bells, Clustered Bellflower, Dalmatian Bellflower, Creeping Bellflower, Nettle-leaved Bellflower, Broad-leaved Bellflower
Native To:
Europe, Asia, and North America
Plant Type:
Perennials
Foliage Type:
Semi-Evergreen, Deciduous, Herbaceous
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flower Color:
Blue, Purple, White, Pink, Lavender, Blue-Violet
Flower Bloom Time:
Late spring to summer
Growth Habit:
Mounding, Creeping, Upright, Biennial or Short-Lived Perennial, Compact/Dwarf Varieties
Attracts:
Pollinating Moths, Other Insects, Birds, Fungi
Tolerates:
Cold and Frost, Drought, Poor Soil, Shade, Heat, Wind, Pollution
Resists:
Deer and Rabbits, Pests, Fungal Diseases, Salt, Heat, Wind
How To Use Bellflower In The Garden
Bellflowers (Campanula spp.) are named after their charming bell-shaped blooms in hues of blue, purple, pink, and white. There are over 300 species with a diversity of forms, from upright to trailing habits, making them adaptable to various garden settings. Their extended blooming period from late spring to early fall adds lasting beauty to landscapes.
Low-growing varieties are excellent for ground cover, effectively filling gaps and suppressing weeds. Taller species contribute vertical interest, enhancing mixed borders and cottage-style gardens. Additionally, their appeal to pollinators like bees and butterflies supports local biodiversity.
Bellflower Care
Bellflowers prefer sunny locations with at least 6-8 hours of sunlight and well-draining, organic-rich soil. Water deeply during the first year when the soil feels dry, and apply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season to encourage healthy growth. Mature plants tolerate drought better but benefit from consistent moisture.
Prune spent flowers to extend blooming and trim back old foliage in early spring. For containers, use well-draining soil, ensure proper drainage, and protect plants from frost by insulating pots or moving them to sheltered areas. A light mulch layer helps safeguard roots during winter.
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Bellflower Companion Plants
Bellflower performs best in sites with neutral, moisture-retentive garden loam and at least a half-day of sun, yet it also accepts dappled shade. Showy hydrangeas and fragrant lilacs form a flowering backdrop whose spring-to-summer display overlaps the bellflower’s cool blues, creating a long, layered season of color without competing for root space. Old-garden roses follow with midsummer blooms that mirror the plant’s cottage-style grace, and low cushions of dianthus edge the bed, filling gaps with spicy-scented pinks that thrive under the same moderate-water schedule.
