Melinda Myers

Carpathian Bellflower

Botanical Name

Campanula carpatica

Hardiness

Zones 3 to 8

Height

6 to 12 inches

Width

6 to 12 inches

Flowers

Early to midsummer: blue, purple, white

Light

Full sun to part shade

Soil

Well-drained

Planting & Care

• Performs best when given even moisture and not allowing the soil to become too wet or too dry
• Site in part shade where summers are especially hot
• Mulch to keep roots cool in summer
• Cut back any summer stressed foliage to encourage newer, healthier growth
• Divide in spring or fall every 2-3 years to maintain vigor

Problems

Slugs

Varieties

• Blue Clips - blue flowers, 6-8"
• China Doll - lavender flowers
• Wedgewood Blue - sky-blue flowers, 6"
• Turbinata - purplish blue flowers, 6-9"