Tall Bellflower
Campanula Americana
Overview
The Tall Bellflower, Campanula americana, graces gardens with its striking vertical growth, reaching heights of 3 to 6 feet. Its starry, blue-violet blossoms bloom from mid-summer to early fall, favoring zones 3-8. This native perennial enjoys partial shade to full sun and thrives in moist, well-draining soil. It can spread through self-seeding, adding effortless charm and height to wildflower gardens or informal borders.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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