Peach leaved Bellflower
Peach‑leaved bellflower (Campanula persicifolia) is a graceful border bellflower with slender stems topped by broad cups. Plants reach 18 to 36 inches and flower in early summer in blue or white. The rosette may stay evergreen in mild winters. It prefers cool summers and evenly moist, well‑drained soils. Stems are sturdy for cutting when buds just start to open. Fragrance is typically absent.
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Perennial species; clump‑forming
- Height × spread: 18-36 in × 12-18 in (45-90 cm × 30-45 cm)
- Bloom window: June to July
- Color & flower form: White to blue; outward‑facing cups; single or double forms exist
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: zones 3-7
- Breeder / Year / Origin: unknown
- Cut‑flower notes: Stems fairly sturdy; typical vase life 7-10 days
- Pet safety: safe
How it differs
- Taller, upright habit versus many low, creeping bellflowers
- Broad, outward‑facing cups rather than nodding bells
- Works well for cutting compared with most species
- Prefers cool summers and part shade in heat
Strengths
- Elegant vertical accents for mixed borders
- Good cut‑flower performance
- Deer browsing is uncommon
- Semi‑evergreen basal rosettes in mild winters
Care in one minute
- Light: full sun to part shade; give afternoon shade in hot regions
- Soil: average, well‑drained; slightly alkaline soils are acceptable
- Water: regular moisture; avoid drought stress during bud formation
- Feeding: modest spring feed if soil is poor
- Groom: deadhead to limit self‑seeding and encourage a light rebloom
Watch‑outs
- May self‑seed where happy
- Can flop in rich soils or wind; light staking may help
- Declines in deep South heat
Best uses (tags)
cutting, borders, cottage gardens, pollinators
Provenance note
Native to Europe and western to central Asia; naturalized in parts of northeastern North America.
References
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder: Campanula persicifolia
- RHS: Campanula persicifolia
- NC State Extension: Campanula persicifolia
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