About
A dwarf, tufted, campanula-like perennial from mountain habitats in southern Europe with small, ovate to lance-shaped leaves and slender, erect stems bearing small, star-shaped, pale blue to white flowers in summer. A delicate and charming rockery perennial for a sunny, well-drained limestone rock garden.
About the genus
A genus of around 60 to 70 species of flowering annuals, perennials and dwarf evergreen shrubs native to temperate parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Plants within this species have aromatic green foliage which can vary from needle-shaped to nettle-like and 2-lipped, sage-like tubular flowers in shades of purple, blue or white
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.