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Telford, PennsylvaniaPerennials
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Campanula carpatica Pearl Mix
Common name  Bellflower
Hardiness Zone   3 - 8
Sun   Full sun - part shade
Soil   moist / rich
Flower color   White, blue, deep blue
Height  8"

General Culture:
Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers part shade in hot summer climates. Performs best with regular moisture. Benefits from a summer mulch which helps keep root zone cool. Deadheading spent blooms, though tedious, may extend bloom period. Cut plants back to basal growth if foliage depreciates in summer.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Bellflower is a tufted perennial which typically forms low-growing clumps that slowly spread to form an attractive ground cover. 'Pearl mix' is a compact cultivar which grows to only 6-8" tall. Foliage is semi-evergreen to evergreen in warm winter climates. Species is native to the Carpathian Mountains in Europe.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems. Snails and slugs are occasional visitors.
Uses:
Rock gardens. Edging for paths or border fronts.