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tussock bellflower
Scientific Name: Campanula carpatica
Family: Campanulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Tussock Bellflower (Campanula carpatica)
The Tussock Bellflower, scientifically known as Campanula carpatica, is a delightful perennial prized for its charming bell-shaped flowers and ease of cultivation. It's a popular choice for gardens, rockeries, and even cut flower arrangements.
Common Names
- Tussock Bellflower
- Carpathian Harebell
- Carpathian Bellflower
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Campanula carpatica Jacq.
- Family: Campanulaceae (Bellflower Family)
- The species name, "carpatica," refers to its origin in the Carpathian Mountains.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Carpathian Mountains of eastern Europe.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Perennial growing to approximately 25-30 cm (1 ft) in height and width.
- Forms clumps with a spreading habit.
- Features dense, dark-green, ovate leaves.
- Produces violet/blue (or white) bell-like flowers, typically 2-3 inches wide.
- The plant has stems that are decumbent and spreading.
- Free-flowering with a long flowering period (typically from July). Cutting back faded flowers encourages further blooming.
Considerations for Pets
- Has parts that could cause digestive issues if consumed by a pet.
Cultivation
- Can be grown from seed.
- Tolerates a wide range of sun/shade conditions, thriving in full sun or partial shade.
- Suitable for edges, borders, rock gardens, and woodland gardens.
- Hardy to zone (UK) 3 and is not frost tender.