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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial

Campanula fragilis subsp. cavolinii
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Cavolin brittle harebell

A compact perennial forming a low mound of ovate to heart-shaped, toothed leaves borne on stems to 45m long. Upturned, pale blue, star-shaped flowers 2.5-3cm across are borne on short stems in summer

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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
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, 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 West–facing or North–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
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

Plant range
Italy

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows best in a well drained soil in full sun or partial shade; ideal for rock gardens or sunny borders. Will not tolerate wet winters

Propagation

Propagate by basal cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Rock garden
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildlife gardens
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be damaged by slugs and snails

Diseases

May be infected by a rust, powdery mildews and a leaf spot

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