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Campanula × pulloides hort. 'G.F. Wilson'

bellflower 'G.F. Wilson'

A compact perennial to 10cm tall, forming a clump of rounded pale green leaves. Erect, open bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers 2.5cm wide are borne on slender stems

Synonyms
Campanula 'G.F. Wilson'
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Blue Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Campanulaceae
Native to the UK
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

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by taking basal stem cuttings, inserted into gritty compost in late spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Garden edging
Pruning

Cut back after flowering to maintain compact shape

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews

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