Chimney Bellflower. Short-lived, perennial best grown as a biennial with rosettes of light-green leaves. Tall leafy stems of pyramidal, cup-shaped, fragrant, light blue or white flowers. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Campanula pyramidalis
Short-lived, perennial best grown as a biennial with rosettes of light-green leaves. Tall leafy stems of pyramidal, cup-shaped, fragrant, light blue or white flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Campanula |
|---|---|
| Species | pyramidalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Chimney Bellflower |
| Flower Colour | white, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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