Overview
Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' is a bushy, mat-forming, dwarf perennials, herbaceous species herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' 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 carpatica 'Riverslea' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Campanula genus, known for its bushy, mat-forming, dwarf habit. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It grows well in a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with moist but well-drained conditions and a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy in UK zones H5 to H7, it is suitable for flower borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and as ground cover, offering interest primarily in spring and winter.
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 carpatica 'Riverslea' 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 carpatica 'Riverslea'
- 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 carpatica 'Riverslea'?
Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' need?
Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' 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 carpatica 'Riverslea' hardy in the UK?
Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea' 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 carpatica 'Riverslea'?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
More in the Campanula genus
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- Campanula alpestris
- Campanula biebersteiniana
- Campanula campanulata
- Campanula cantabrica
- Campanula cochlearifolia 'Blue Wonder'
- Campanula divaricatasouthern harebell
- Campanula fragilisbrittle harebell
