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Common
name: "Peach Leaved Bellflower"
Latin name: Campanula persicifolia 'Alba'
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Zone: 3
- 8
Elevation to: 9,000'
Growth habit: Rosette forming
Max height: 24" - 36"
Spread: 12" - 14"
Flowers: Yes, July - August
Flower type: Cup shaped
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 3+
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Pictured: Peach
Leaved Bellflower
Campanula
persicifolia 'Alba' |
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Perennial
Cultivation:
The "Peach Leaved Bellflower" is a favorite among
gardeners. It produces long lasting... large bell shaped flowers
in white or blue. Flower color will be more vibrant if the plant
receives some shade. "Bellflowers" grow well in
containers. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Plant
Bellflowers in full
sun to light shade in moist, fertile well drained soil.
Propagation:
Campanula seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in early spring
and moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For quicker
growth purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center.
Established plants can be divided in spring or fall.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids, slugs or spider mites. |
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