Campanula pyramidalis
chimney bellflower
A clump forming herbaceous perennial sending up tall upright stems with green, lance-shaped foliage and numerous large, outward facing, pale blue, bell-shaped flowers forming a pyramidal shape tall stem providing a long flowering display in summer. An easy to grow plant that dislikes wet winters.
Other common names
chimney bellschimney plant
see morepyramidal bellflower
steeple bellflower
steeple bells
Synonyms
Campanula pyramidalis var. caerulea
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- 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
- Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Will grow well in fertile, neutral to alkaline soil that is moist but well-drained, in full sun or partial shade avoiding wet conditions in winter. A semi-shade position will ensure the best flower colour is preserved.
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Cut flowers
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust, powdery mildews and leaf spot
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