Campanula carpatica

Tussock Bellfower

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Common Name:

Tussock Bellfower

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

1

Water (From 0 to 5):

3

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

25 cm

Maximum width:

60 cm

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Description

C. carpatica is a compact plant which can grow to heights of 6 inches tall. It has smooth, bright green foliage with toothed edges. It bears bell or cup shaped 1 to 2 inch llong light blue, violet, or white flowers in late spring.

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Blooming

Although this plant can survive full sun, the delicate floral colors are better preserved when Bellflowers are grown in shadier spots.

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Growth

Annuals, biennials, and perennials. Takes full sun exposure in cooler climates well. In warmer climates, they need partial shade. Since there are many members in this genus there are several growth needs.

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Planting

Sow Bellflower seeds in spring or early summer. The plants can also be divided during the spring or autumn. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Pest

Snails and slugs have an affinity to Bellflowers. In hot, dry weather spider mites can be a problem. Come autumn, rust may be a problem.

Tussock Bellfower (Campanula carpatica) - Interesting facts

In Latin, Campanula translates to "little bell", which is so named because of the shapes of the flowers. This is also the reason why the common name for the genus is Bellflower. Flowers are most often bell-shaped, but there are species that have flowers shaped like stars. Many species in the genus Campanula have a white latex in their leaves and stems, which is generally thought to be used as protection from herbivores.