Overview
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' is a bushy, mat-forming, dwarf perennials, herbaceous species herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5, H6, H7. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and ground cover.
About
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Campanula genus, known for its bushy, mat-forming habit and deciduous foliage. This dwarf perennial thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered position. It is hardy across UK zones H5 to H7 and is suitable for a variety of soil types and pH levels. 'Blithe Spirit' is valued for its summer and autumn interest, making it a good choice for flower borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and as ground cover.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Campanula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5, H6, H7
Plant details
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Mat-forming, Dwarf perennials, Herbaceous species
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Campanula 'Blithe Spirit'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, Rust, Leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Campanula 'Blithe Spirit'?
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' need?
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' hardy in the UK?
Campanula 'Blithe Spirit' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Campanula 'Blithe Spirit'?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
More in the Campanula genus
- Campanulabellflower
- Campanula alpestris
- Campanula biebersteiniana
- Campanula campanulata
- Campanula cantabrica
- Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea'
- Campanula cochlearifolia 'Blue Wonder'
- Campanula divaricatasouthern harebell
