Campanula punctata var. hondoensis

Herbaceous Perennial

A herbaceous perennial up to 60cm in height, forming clumps of hairy, toothed green leaves. Pendulous, tubular bell-shaped soft pink to creamy white flowers are speckled inside with deep maroon markings and appear in early to mid-summer. Ideal for shaded borders or wild gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it adds delicate elegance and attracts pollinators to informal planting schemes

Position

Full shade, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full shade Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Campanulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist, but well-drained soil in part shade

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or early autumn or seeds in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

No formal pruning required. deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming. After flowering trim back straggly stems to keep the plant neat and compact

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails, especially on young growth. May be susceptible to aphids but these rarely cause serious harm

Diseases

May be susceptible to root rot if soil is poorly drained. Powdery mildews iare uncommon but possible in humid conditions