Campanula incurva
Evia bellflower
A short, softly hairy, biennial plant, usually monocarpic (dying after seeding once) though it can be longer-lived. Multiple flower stems, curving outward and upward to 30cm tall, above a basal rosette of stalked, pale green, usually heart-shaped leaves. Large pale bluish-lilac flowers, 4-5cm long, a curvaceous Canterbury bell shape, in lax panicles throughout summer
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Campanula may be annuals, herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with bell or star-shaped, often blue, flowers in late spring or summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Greece
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position
Propagation
Propagate by seed in winter or spring in a cold frame
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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