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Tussock Bellflower

Campanula Carpatica

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Overview

The Tussock Bellflower, Campanula carpatica, is a charming perennial suited for edges and rock gardens. It flaunts showy, bell-shaped blue or white blooms atop compact, mound-forming foliage, each plant spanning 8-12 inches wide and reaching 6-12 inches tall. This low-maintenance species thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, blooming profusely from early to late summer. Hardy in Zones 3-7, it's an excellent ground cover or border accent.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 3–9Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — Hardy in Zones 3-7, it's an excellent ground cover or border accent; flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–12 Inches
Mature width: 4–12 Inches

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Perennial
Family: Campanulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — This low-maintenance species thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — blue flowers in the garden

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — from early June to late August

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — Its mounding habit and plentiful blossoms attract pollinators, enhancing the biodiversity of the garden

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — bell-shaped blue or white blooms atop compact

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — this plant boasts a low-growing; scientifically known as Campanula carpatica

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — this plant boasts a low-growing

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — Campanula carpatica can serve as an excellent ground cover

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — scientifically known as Campanula carpatica; heart-shaped leaves.<br><br>This versatile species prefers well-drained

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — cup-shaped flowers that bloom in an array of hues including lavender

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — blooming profusely from early to late summer

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — bell-shaped blue or white blooms atop compact; cup-shaped flowers that bloom in an array of hues including lavender

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — providing a generous splash of vibrant color set against its mid-green

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — With its compact size and ornamental value

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — is an enchanting perennial that brings a delicate charm to any garden it adorns

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — The Tussock Bellflower is drought-tolerant once established

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — Hardy in Zones 3-7, it's an excellent ground cover or border accent

Campanula Carpatica

Campanula Carpatica

Campanula Carpatica

Campanula Carpatica

Campanula Carpatica

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