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Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer

Campanula Medium

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Overview

Canterbury Bells (Campanula medium), also known as Cup-and-Saucer, enchant with bell-shaped blooms rising 2 to 3 feet tall. This biennial displays violet, blue, pink, or white flowers in late spring to early summer. Suited for USDA zones 5-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for cottage gardens and borders, it adds vertical interest and delicate charm.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Type Annual, BiennialClimate Subtropical, Temperate
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial for full or half; adding life and movement to your client's serene retreat
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — The bloom period extends from late spring to early summer; also known as Cup-and-SaucerCanterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Regular watering is essential, though they are moderately drought tolerant once established, image 69Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Regular watering is essential, though they are moderately drought tolerant once establishedCanterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — space plants approximately 12 inches apart to ensure adequate air circulation; blue and, image 68Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — space plants approximately 12 inches apart to ensure adequate air circulationCanterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial with blue and violet blooms; the bloom period extends from late spring to early summer+91

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual, Biennial
Family
Campanulaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial for full or half; adding life and movement to your client's serene retreat
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — The bloom period extends from late spring to early summer; also known as Cup-and-Saucer
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Regular watering is essential, though they are moderately drought tolerant once established, image 69
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Regular watering is essential, though they are moderately drought tolerant once established
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — space plants approximately 12 inches apart to ensure adequate air circulation; blue and, image 68
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — space plants approximately 12 inches apart to ensure adequate air circulation
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial with blue and violet blooms; the bloom period extends from late spring to early summer
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Canterbury Bells (Campanula medium); this biennial displays violet, blue, pink, or white flowers in late
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — also known as Cup-and-Saucer
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Each flower is borne atop a sturdy stem; making them versatile for varying design palettes
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Each flower is borne atop a sturdy stem
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — The bloom period extends from late spring to early summer; also known as Cup-and-Saucer, image 65
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — They are ideal for adding vertical interest to mixed borders; canterbury Bells establish a, image 70
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — making them versatile for varying design palettes
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — A part of the Campanulaceae family; these plants are known for their captivating 'cup-and-saucer'
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — blue and violet flowers in the garden; are enchanting biennial plants that grace gardens with their
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — This biennial displays violet, blue, pink, or white flowers in late spring to early summer, image 54
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial for full or half
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Canterbury Bells establish a striking presence in the garden; ideal for cottage gardens and, image 62
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — adding life and movement to your client's serene retreat; canterbury Bells (Campanula medium)
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — They are ideal for adding vertical interest to mixed borders
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — scientifically known as Campanula medium
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — enchant with bell-shaped blooms rising 2 to 3 feet tall
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — Each flower is borne atop a sturdy stem; making them versatile for varying design palettes, image 67
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