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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial
Campanula portenschlagiana Ambella Intens Purple ('Ptdb141301'PBR)
wall bellflower [Ambella Intens Purple]
A compact, mat-forming evergreen perennial with abundant vibrant blue-violet bell-shaped flowers from March to July and light-green coloured heart-shaped leaves
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Campanula may be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with bell or star-shaped, often blue, flowers in late spring or summer
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Ideal for rock gardens or sunny borders. Will not tolerate wet winters.
Propagation
Propagate from basal cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Gravel garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
- Ground cover
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spot, powdery mildew and rust
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