The campanula family has hundreds of species. They are known for their bell-shaped or star-shaped flowers. The flowers are nectar filled and a pollinator magnet. Depending on the variety, campanulas make great groundcover or edging plants if short and taller varieties are perfect for the back or center of a garden.
Campanula persicifolia 'Takion Blue'
Peach-Leaved Bellflower
Campanula persicifolia 'Takion Blue' - Peach-Leaved Bellflower from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Large, lavender-blue bell-shaped flowers
- Outward facing flowers
- Mounding habit
- Blooms early-midsummer
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Evergreen
Garden
Long Blooming
Low Maintenance
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers full sun to part shade Keep soil moist, but well drained Fertilize annually Deadheading will prolong flowering time
Height: 16-20 in
Spread: 12-16 in
Spacing: 16 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender
Zone: 3-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Container
- Low Maintenance
- Evergreen
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
- Rock Garden
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Campanula
Common Name: Bellflower
The campanula family has hundreds of species. They are known for their bell-shaped or star-shaped flowers. The flowers are nectar filled and a pollinator magnet. Depending on the variety, campanulas make great groundcover or edging plants if short and taller varieties are perfect for the back or center of a garden.