Bluebell Bellflower

(Campanula rotundifolia)

Bluebell Bellflower (Campanula rotundifolia)

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Summary

Campanula rotundifolia, commonly known as Bluebell Bellflower, is a deciduous perennial herb native to a variety of habitats including meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in temperate North America and Eurasia. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The plant forms a basal rosette of rounded leaves, from which rise delicate stems bearing bell-shaped, blue to violet flowers that bloom from summer to early fall. The flowers are particularly showy and add a splash of color to the garden landscape.

Bluebell Bellflower is valued for its charming flowers and ability to naturalize in meadows and informal garden settings. It is often used in rock gardens, borders, and wildflower gardens. This species is relatively low maintenance, tolerating a range of soil conditions, though it prefers well-drained soils. It is important to note that while seedlings are small, established plants can become competitive with tall grass. The plant is also known for its white latex sap, which is exuded when parts of the plant are damaged. In terms of potential problems, slugs and snails may feed on the foliage, and powdery mildew can affect the leaves in humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 1-1.5 feet
  • Width: 0.5-1 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Blue, Purple
  • Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium, Slow

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in temperate North America and Eurasia

Other Names

Common Names: Bluebell , Bluebell-Of-Scotland , Roundleaf Harebell , Scottish Bluebell , Bluebell Of Scotland , Meadowbell , Harebell , Liden Klokke , Rundblättrige Glockenblume , Kissankello

Scientific Names: Campanula rotundifolia , Campanula lanceolata , Campanula langsdorffiana , Campanula rotundifolia subsp. montana , Campanula rotundifolia subsp. langsdorffiana , Campanula rotundifolia subsp. legionensis , Campanula scheuchzeri subsp. lanceolata , Campanula tracheliifolia , Campanula urbionensis , Campanula hostii

GBIF Accepted Name: Campanula rotundifolia L.