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Dalmatian Bellflower
Campanula portenschlagiana
Pronunciation: kam-PAN-yoo-luh por-TEN-shlag-i-a-na
SKU #02236
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Quickly forms dense mat 8 in. tall, 24 in. wide; spreads by rhizomes.
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| Description | The best bellflower for trailing over stone walls, filling spaces between stepping stones, and accenting rock gardens. Charming bell-shaped purple flowers nearly hide the mounds of green, toothed foliage during the bloom period, lasting from spring to early summer; may bloom again in the fall. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Cranesbill (Geranium); Avens (Geum); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Space 2 ft. apart as a groundcover, or closer for faster coverage; control weeds with mulch until plants fill in. Clip spent blooms to promote a longer flowering period. Prune back after flowering for a tidy appearance. |
Details
| Description | The best bellflower for trailing over stone walls, filling spaces between stepping stones, and accenting rock gardens. Charming bell-shaped purple flowers nearly hide the mounds of green, toothed foliage during the bloom period, lasting from spring to early summer; may bloom again in the fall. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Cranesbill (Geranium); Avens (Geum); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Space 2 ft. apart as a groundcover, or closer for faster coverage; control weeds with mulch until plants fill in. Clip spent blooms to promote a longer flowering period. Prune back after flowering for a tidy appearance. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dalmatian Bellflower produce flowers?
Spring to early summer
Is Dalmatian Bellflower evergreen or deciduous?
Dalmatian Bellflower is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Dalmatian Bellflower?
Dalmatian Bellflower is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Dalmatian Bellflower resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Dalmatian Bellflower grow?
Dalmatian Bellflower has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Dalmatian Bellflower in my landscape?
Dalmatian Bellflower is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover.
What color are Dalmatian Bellflower flowers?
Dalmatian Bellflower produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Dalmatian Bellflower?
Dalmatian Bellflower has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Dalmatian Bellflower?
Good companion plants for Dalmatian Bellflower include: Cranesbill (Geranium); Avens (Geum); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Coneflower (Echinacea).
How do I care for Dalmatian Bellflower?
Grows easily in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Space 2 ft. apart as a groundcover, or closer for faster coverage; control weeds with mulch until plants fill in. Clip spent blooms to promote a longer flowering period. Prune back after flowering for a tidy appearance.
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