Campanula cochlearifolia
fairies' thimbles
A rhizomatous perennial to 10cm, forming compact clumps of small, rounded bright green leaves. Erect, wiry stems carry nodding bell-shaped, light blue flower 15mm in length, in small clusters in summer
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, °Â±ð±ô±ô–d°ù²¹¾±²Ô±ð»åpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or ·¡²¹²õ³Ù–f²¹³¦¾±²Ô²µ
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Campanula may be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with bell or star-shaped, often blue, flowers in late spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe (mts)
How to grow
Cultivation
Ideal for rock gardens or sunny borders. Will not tolerate wet winters
Propagation
Propagate by seed or basal cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Garden edging
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to rust, powdery mildews and a leaf spot
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