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Harebell

Campanula Rotundifolia

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Overview

Harebell (Campanula rotundifolia) presents delicate bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers atop slender stems reaching 6 to 20 inches tall. Preferring well-drained soils, this hardy perennial flourishes in USDA zones 3-8 and enjoys full sun to partial shade. Flowering from June to September, it attracts pollinators and adds a wildflower charm to borders or rock gardens. Space 12 to 15 inches apart for a whimsical, low-maintenance display.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 3–7Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — it requires well-drained soil

Culture

Sun: Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Mature width: 6–8 Inches

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Campanulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — With its simple beauty and resilient nature; perennial with blue blooms, image 86

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Botanical Name: Campanula rotundifolia<br><br>Common Name: Harebell<br><br>The Harebell; or intersperse it among rocks and

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — offering a pleasing contrast in form.<br><br>This hardy plant is an excellent choice for naturalistic designs

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — perennial with blue blooms; the Harebell is also drought-resistant once established, image 89

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — this hardy perennial flourishes in USDA zones 3-8 and enjoys full sun to partial shade

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Flowering from June to September; violet-blue flowers atop slender stems reaching 6 to 20 inches tall, image 65

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Preferring well-drained soils; it requires well-drained soil

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Flowering from June to September; violet-blue flowers atop slender stems reaching 6 to 20 inches tall

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — scientifically named Campanula rotundifolia; perennial for half, image 69

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — linear leaves that climb up the stem; it boasts delicate bell-shaped, image 75

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — perennial for half

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — lavender-blue flowers that dangle gracefully atop slender stems reaching heights of about 6 to 18 inches; blue flowers in

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — violet-blue flowers atop slender stems reaching 6 to 20 inches tall

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — this hardy perennial flourishes in USDA zones 3-8 and enjoys full sun to partial shade; ensuring they create a delightful

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — ensuring they create a delightful sea of blue in the landscape; consider planting it in clusters or swathes for, image 85

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — is a charming perennial that brings a whimsical touch to any landscape design; space 12 to 15 inches apart for, image 70

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 3 through 9, preferring full sun to partial shade; with its simple beauty and resilient nature

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — linear leaves that climb up the stem; it boasts delicate bell-shaped

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — The basal leaves of the Harebell are rounded; flowering from June to September, image 74

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — attracting a host of pollinators; space individual plants approximately 12 to 15 inches apart to allow for, image 81

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Flowering from June to September

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — It thrives in USDA zones 3 through 9, preferring full sun to partial shade; with its simple beauty and, image 107

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — ensuring they create a delightful sea of blue in the landscape; consider planting it in clusters or swathes for a

Harebell (Campanula Rotundifolia) — Space 12 to 15 inches apart for a whimsical, low-maintenance display; offering a pleasing contrast in form.<br><br>This

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