Overview
Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' is a bushy, mat-forming, dwarf perennials, herbaceous species herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Campanula genus, known for its bushy, mat-forming habit. As a deciduous plant, it thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. This cultivar prefers full sun to partial shade and a sheltered aspect, making it suitable for south, east, or west-facing positions. It is hardy in the UK (H5 to H7) and flowers in summer and autumn, 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP' 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP'
- 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP'?
Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' need?
Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP' hardy in the UK?
Campanula punctata 'Rote Magie JP' 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 punctata 'Rote Magie JP'?
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
