Campanula hofmannii
A biennial or short-lived perennial, to around 60cm high, with oval to lance-shaped, deeply toothed green leaves to 15cm long. Upright stems bear clusters of nodding, bell-shaped, creamy white flowers from early to late summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Cream White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–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
Correct
- Plant range
- Yugoslavia
How to grow
Cultivation
Thrives in a cool, part-shaded position in well-drained soil. Protect from excess winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed; plants will often self-seed in place and then die after flowering (monocarpic)
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back after flowering if seed is not required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews and rust diseases
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