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Campanula ‘Viking’ (Bellflower)

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A well-behaved, non-spreading Bellflower, Campanula ‘Viking’ is a lovely perennial with upright spikes of large, lavender bell-shaped flowers in late spring to mid-summer. A favorite of hummingbirds, the flowers rise up from a low mound of dark green leaves. Compact, this charming Bellflower is perfect for sunny or partly shaded borders, cottage gardens, or small gardens.

  • Grows up to 16-18 in. tall (40-45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 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 rabbit resistant and adored by hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
  • 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

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Campanulaceae
Genus Campanula
Common names Bellflower
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid)
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Cutting Garden
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Campanulastrum americanum (American Bellflower)
Campanula persicifolia ‘Takion Blue’ (Peach-Leaved Bellflower)
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Campanula cochlearifolia (Fairy’s Thimble)
Campanula ‘Birch Hybrid’ (Bellflower)
Campanula punctata ‘Cherry Bells’ (Spotted Bellflower)

Recommended Companion Plants

Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata ‘Nora Barlow’ (Columbine)
Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ (Peony)
Geranium wallichianum Havana Blues (Cranesbill)
Astrantia major ‘Roma’ (Great Masterwort)

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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.
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Campanulaceae
Genus Campanula
Common names Bellflower
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid)
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Cutting Garden
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