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Herbaceous Perennial

Campanula trachelium f. alba
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nettle-leaved bellflower

A clump-forming perennial to around 80cm tall with upright, coarsely-hairy stems bearing deeply-toothed, nettle-like leaves up to 15cm long. Bell-shaped, white flowers are borne on short side branches up the stem in summer

Other common names
throatwort
Synonyms
Campanula trachelium 'Alba'
Campanula trachelium var. alba

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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or North–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Campanulaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Deciduous
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

How to grow

Cultivation

Any fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by division. Take stem-tip cuttings from new growth after flowering

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

Cut back after flowering to prevent seeding and to encourage a second flush of flower

Pests

Vulnerable to slugs and snails

Diseases

Powdery mildew and rust may be problematic

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