Dense clusters of 1" violet-blue blooms appear
in early summer on 18-24" stems. Attracts
hordes of butterflies. An easy-to-grow and
long-blooming perennial that looks great
when grouped together at the front of a border.
Provides intriguing impact in floral displays.
Campanula glomerata
Zones: 3-8 - Shipped in 3" pot - Full sun to Full Shade
Product Details
Botanical Name: Campanula glomerata
Form: Clump forming
Sun Exposure: Partial Shade/Full Sun
Height/Habit: 18" - 24"
Spread: 12" - 24"
Spacing: 12 - 24"
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8
Foliage Type: Forms clumps of erect stems with long-stalked basal leaves.
Flower Form: Funnel-shaped up to 1" long flowers with petals flaring, densely bunched in crowded globular head at tops of stems and upper leaf axils.
Flower Color: Bright violet blue.
Flowering Date: Early summer.
Planting Requirements: In South, partial shade and moist soil required.
Soil Requirements: Moisture retentive soil, well-drained, amended with organic matter.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Unique Characteristics: Easily grown, increases quickly by runners, exceptionally showy blooms because of the vivid color and dense clusters of flowers. Experiences a fairly long flowering season. For best appearance, plant in groups of 3 or more. Makes good cut flowers which last up to two weeks in water. Good accent in mixed beds and borders.
Pruning: Cut back after flowering for a second flush of blooms.
These are an awesome breathtaking blue. Easy to grow, they spread quickly, almost to being invasive. But if you have the space, don't pass this one up.
