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Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower

Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice'

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Overview

The Campanula trachelium 'Bernice', commonly known as Bernice Throatwort, is a herbaceous perennial boasting double, deep violet-blue bell-shaped flowers. Lush foliage reaches up to 2-3 feet in height and 1-2 feet in spread. Prefers partial shade to sun with well-drained soil. Cold hardy; blooms from mid to late summer, attracting bees and butterflies. Ideal for borders or cottage gardens. Requires moderate watering and benefits from deadheading to encourage continuous blooming.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — commonly known as Bernice Throatwort
Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — deep violet-blue bell-shaped flowersBernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — is a herbaceous perennial boasting double

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Campanulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — commonly known as Bernice Throatwort
Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — deep violet-blue bell-shaped flowers
Bernice Throatwort Or Bellflower (Campanula Trachelium 'Bernice') — is a herbaceous perennial boasting double

Photograph: Salicyna, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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