Campanula barbata

RHS Plant Profile
bearded bellflower
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Other common names

bearded harebell

Annual Biennial Herbaceous Perennial

A biennial or short-lived perennial, to around 30cm high, with narrowly lance-shaped, slightly toothed, hairy green leaves at the base of the plant. In early summer, upright stems bear nodding, bell-shaped, pale blue, pale violet or sometimes white flowers, with petals edged with fine white hairs

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Campanulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
Campanula may be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with bell or star-shaped, often blue, flowers in late spring or summer
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Norway, Alps

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in well-drained soil in sun or light, part-day shade. Protect from excess winter wet

Propagation

Propagate by seed; plants will often self-seed in place

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Deadhead to encourage more flowers

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews and rust diseases