Campanula 'Summertime Blues' (Bellflower)
Bellflower 'Summertime Blues', 'Summertime Blues' Bellflower
Noted for its extremely long blooming season, Campanula 'Summertime Blues' is a clump-forming perennial with masses of large, pendulous, bell-shaped, silvery blue flowers from late spring to early fall. Borne on erect, burgundy stems, the flowers rise from a rosette of fresh green leaves. A well-behaved, non-spreading Bellflower that is perfect for sunny or partly shaded borders, cottage gardens, or small gardens.
- Grows up to 10-24 in. tall (25-60 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm).
- Thrives in full sun or part shade, in average, medium, well-drained soils. Prefers part shade in warmer climates. Needs regular moisture!
- Ideal for beds, borders, cottage gardens, or containers. Plant in groups for the best visual impact! Excellent cut flowers.
- Easy to grow, virtually disease and pest free, this low-care perennial is also deer resistant.
- Cut back after flowering to encourage a second flush of flowers.
- Easily divided in spring or fall.
- Propagate by division in spring or autumn or take basal cuttings in spring
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 9 |
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Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Campanula - Bellflowers |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Picture courtesy of Terra Nova® Nurseries, Inc. (www.terranovanurseries.com)
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
– 9 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Campanula - Bellflowers |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |