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Campanula poscharskyana 'E.H. Frost'
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trailing bellflower 'E.H. Frost'

A low-growing, spreading perennial with small, heart-shaped leaves. The white, star-shaped flowers open in summer and autumn from buds tinged with pale blue

Synonyms
Campanula poscharskyana 'Elizabeth Hollister Frost'
Campanula 'E.H. Frost'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
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
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Green
Autumn White Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Campanulaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
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

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade; can be invasive as spreads by underground runners

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring or autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Banks and slopes
  • Ground cover
  • 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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