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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial

Campanula cochlearifolia
  • RHS AGM
  • RHS Plants for pollinators

fairies' thimbles

A rhizomatous perennial to 10cm, forming compact clumps of small, rounded bright green leaves. Erect, wiry stems carry nodding bell-shaped, light blue flower 15mm in length, in small clusters in summer

Other common names
diminutive bellflower
dwarf bellflower
see morefairy thimbles
Synonyms
Campanula bellardii
Campanula pusilla
see moreCampanula subramulosa
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cm
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring
Summer Blue Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

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

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Campanulaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
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
Europe (mts)

How to grow

Cultivation

Ideal for rock gardens or sunny borders. Will not tolerate wet winters

Propagation

Propagate by seed or basal cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Rock garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
  • Garden edging
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to rust, powdery mildews and a leaf spot

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