Overview
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' is a bushy perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and patio and container plants. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region and Flanders.
About
Campanula persicifolia, the peach-leaved bellflower, is a flowering plant species in the family Campanulaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 1 m.
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About the genus
Campanula is the type genus of the Campanulaceae family of flowering plants. Campanula are commonly known as bellflowers and take both their common and scientific names from the bell-shaped flowers—campanula is Latin for "little bell".
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Campanula
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Patio and container plants
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Rust diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea'?
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' need?
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' grow?
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' reaches a height of 1.0 m.
Is Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' hardy in the UK?
Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Campanula persicifolia 'Caerulea'?
Seed, Division.
More in the Campanula genus
- Campanula lactiflora 'Alba'Milky Bellflower
- Campanula poscharskyana 'Stella'Serbian Bellflower
- Campanula rotundifolia 'Thumbell White'Harebell
- Campanula sarmaticaBellflower
- Campanula sulphureaYellow Bellflower
- Campanula 'Burghaltii'bellflower 'Burghaltii'
- Campanula 'Maie Blyth'Bellflower
- Campanula lact. 'Loddon Anna'