Grassy Bells. A small tufted alpine with rosettes of mid-green leaves bears upturned bell-shaped, deep purple flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Edraianthus graminifolius
A small tufted alpine with rosettes of mid-green leaves bears upturned bell-shaped, deep purple flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Edraianthus |
|---|---|
| Species | graminifolius |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Grassy Bells |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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