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Campanula garganica 'Dickson's Gold' (Adriatic Bellflower)

Adriatic Bellflower, Campanula garganica 'Aurea'


Noted for its unique foliage, Campanula garganica 'Dickson's Gold' (Adriatic Bellflower) is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial forming a dense and attractive mound of bright golden-yellow, heart-shaped, toothed leaves. In late spring to early summer, loose clusters of starry, lavender-blue flowers bloom in such quantities that they nearly cover the entire plant. Evergreen in mild winter areas, this Adriatic Bellflower is perfect for border fronts, rock gardens or as a ground cover.

  • Grows up to 3-6 in. tall (7-15 cm) and 6-18 in. across (15-45 cm). This plant spreads aggressively in optimum growing conditions.
  • Thrives in full sun or part shade, in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Best golden foliage color is generally obtained in part shade. Needs regular moisture!
  • Ideal for banks and slopes, garden edging, cottage gardens, city gardens, rock gardens or containers. Keep it away from delicate plants that could be accidentally smothered.
  • Easy to grow and low care perennial. May be affected by slugs and snails or powdery mildew.
  • Divide in spring or autumn; basal stem cuttings inserted in gritty compost can be taken in late spring or early summer

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Hardiness 4 – 7
Heat Zones 1 – 7
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Campanula - Bellflowers
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm)
Spread 6" – 2' (15cm – 60cm)
Spacing 18" (45cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.


Requirements

Hardiness 4 – 7
Heat Zones 1 – 7
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Campanula - Bellflowers
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm)
Spread 6" – 2' (15cm – 60cm)
Spacing 18" (45cm)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Garden Uses Banks and Slopes, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage

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