Campanula trachelium
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower
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Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - Description
Campanula trachelium or Nettle-leaved Bellflower is a species of bellflower. Campanula trachelium is a Eurasian blue wildflower native to Denmark and England and now naturalized in southeast Ireland. It is also found southward through Europe into Africa. The alternate name Throatwort is derived from an old belief that Nettle-leafed campanulas are a cure for sore throat, & the species name trachelium refers to this old belief.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - Blooming
Although this plant can survive full sun, the delicate floral colors are better preserved when Bellflowers are grown in shadier spots.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - 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.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - 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.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - 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.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - 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.
Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) - Soil and irrigation
Needs well-drained soil and moderate to regular water.
