Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' — Bushy

Overview

Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Campanula, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' 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 raineri 'Hirsuta' is a bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial belonging to the Campanula genus, known for its bell or star-shaped flowers often appearing in blue shades during late spring or summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained and alkaline to neutral in pH. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and can be grown in both exposed and sheltered garden aspects. Ideal for cottage and informal gardens as well as wildlife-friendly spaces, it is best planted after the last frost in fertile soil and can be propagated by division or basal cuttings in spring or autumn.

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, 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 raineri 'Hirsuta' 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 raineri 'Hirsuta'

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 raineri 'Hirsuta'?

Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' need?

Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' 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 raineri 'Hirsuta' hardy in the UK?

Campanula raineri 'Hirsuta' 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 raineri 'Hirsuta'?

Propagate by division in spring or autumn or take basal cuttings in spring.

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