Campanula moesiaca

Moesian harebell
A low-growing perennial to around 45cm tall with oval to oblong, toothed leaves forming a basal rosette. In late spring and summer, erect, hairy and leafy stems bear dense, terminal clusters of pale lilac, blue and white bell-shaped flowers

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Purple Blue White | Green | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Purple Blue White | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical 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
- Caucasus
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any fertile, well drained soil in full sun or part shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be infected by a rust, powdery mildews and a leaf spot
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