Nettle Leaved Bellflower Campanula trachelium – The alternate name Throatwort is derived from an old belief that C. trachelium is a cure for a sore throat, and the species name trachelium refers to its use as treatment of the throat in folk medicine. Other folknames include Our Lady’s Bells because the colour blue was identified with the Virgin Mary’s scarf, veil, or shawl; Coventry Bells because C. trachelium was especially common in fields around Coventry; and “Bats-in-the-Belfry” or in the singular “Bat-in-the-Belfry”, because the stamens inside the flower were like bats hanging in the bell of a church steeple.
Often this species needs to be planted just before the frost or needs a long period of cold for stratification, to overcome its seed dormancy.
Reaching heights of 60 to 100 cm, the Nettle-Leaved Bellflower thrives in semi-shaded to fully shaded environments. So it is ideal for woodland-style planting schemes. Furthermore, it flourishes best in moist, well-drained soils that are rich in organic matter. Not only does it prefer slightly alkaline to neutral pH levels it will also tolerate a variety of conditions. Moreover, it performs especially well in humus-rich loamy or chalky soils where it can establish strong roots and bloom strongly.
So this hardy plant is relatively low-maintenance and robust, coping well with colder climates and returning reliably each year. Once established, it requires minimal watering and will gently self-seed. It is also deer- and rabbit-resistant, adding to its appeal for rural or woodland-edge gardens.
The flowering period for Campanula trachelium typically runs from June through August. During these summer months, the plant sends up tall, leafy stems adorned with clusters of tubular, nodding flowers, which make a stunning display when planted en masse or combined with other shade-loving perennials.
Flowering Season: June – September
Flower Colour: Blue
Size
Height: 50-100cm.
Spread: 10-50cm.
Time to reach full height: 2-5 years.
Growing Conditions
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand.
Moisture: Well drained.
Position
How much sun: Full Sun, Partial Shade.
Aspect: East, South, West facing.
Nettle Leaved Bellflower – Planting Information
Sow Nettle Leaved Bellflower Campanula trachelium seeds onto the surface of moist well-drained compost and press in lightly. Do not cover with soil as light is needed for germination.
Plant Nettle Leaved Bellflower plugs into well drained soil in a sunny or shaded position for best results.
Delivery Information
This item will be despatched as soon as stock is available.
Seeds available all year round subject to availability.
All Plants, Bulbs and Seeds are despatched separately from other items.
Produced in the UK from cultivated stock.
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