Overview
Campanula punctata f. albiflora is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula punctata f. albiflora grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Campanula punctata f. albiflora, known as the white long-flowered harebell, is a bushy herbaceous perennial belonging to the Campanula genus. This deciduous plant produces distinctive white bell-shaped flowers during the summer and autumn months. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils, preferring full sun but tolerating partial shade. Suitable for a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with alkaline to neutral pH, it is hardy in the UK (H7) and can be grown in both exposed and sheltered locations. This cultivar is ideal for cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Campanula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Campanula punctata f. albiflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Campanula punctata f. albiflora
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring or autumn or take basal cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be damaged by slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- May be infected by a rust, powdery mildews and a leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Campanula punctata f. albiflora?
Campanula punctata f. albiflora prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Campanula punctata f. albiflora need?
Campanula punctata f. albiflora is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Campanula punctata f. albiflora hardy in the UK?
Campanula punctata f. albiflora 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 punctata f. albiflora?
Propagate by division in spring or autumn or take basal cuttings in spring.
More in the Campanula genus
- Campanulabellflower
- Campanula alpestris
- Campanula biebersteiniana
- Campanula campanulata
- Campanula cantabrica
- Campanula carpatica 'Riverslea'
- Campanula cochlearifolia 'Blue Wonder'
- Campanula divaricatasouthern harebell
