Overview

Campanula raddeana is a bushy, mat-forming, dwarf perennials, herbaceous species herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula raddeana 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 raddeana is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Campanula genus, known for its bushy, mat-forming, and dwarf habit. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained soil, suitable for chalk, clay, loam, or sand types across a range of pH levels. Hardy in UK zones H5 to H7, it is ideal for flower borders, cottage gardens, wildlife areas, and as ground cover. Its season of interest spans spring and winter, and it is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil.

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 raddeana 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 raddeana

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 raddeana?

Campanula raddeana prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Campanula raddeana need?

Campanula raddeana 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 raddeana hardy in the UK?

Campanula raddeana 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 raddeana?

Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.

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