Campanula 'Faichem Lilac'
bellflower 'Faichem Lilac'
An upright perennial, to 1.2m high, with rough, oval-shaped, toothed green leaves. Tall stems bear loose spires of bell-shaped, pale lilac to near-white flowers in summer
Synonyms
Campanula latifolia 'Faichem Lilac'Campanula 'Faichem'
see moreCampanula trachelium 'Faichem Lilac'
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in fertile, neutral to alkaline, moist but well drained soil in sun or part shade
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or autumn, or by basal softwood cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back after flowering
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews and rust diseases
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