Campanula Care

In their native haunts, they are found exclusively in the northern hemisphere, with most species centred around the Mediterranean region. This article will introduce you to the most common border bellflowers.

Water well after planting.: The seedlings normally don't bloom during their first year.You can also propagate campanula through division. Dig at least 8 inches from the plant all the way around and gently lift the clump from the ground.

Allow room between seedlings for the abundant spread of developing rhizomes. Consider growing Serbian bellflower inSoil should be well-draining, but not necessarily rich or loamy. Serbian bellflower care is minimal and the occasional pruning needed to...

It does not like to compete with other plants as a seedling however, once it is a bit bigger it will be able to hold its own with a few weeds and meadow grasses.Paper thin blooms appear from late spring to early fall atop slender stems that can reach...

They are among the most care-free and hardy and reward the gardener with blooms throughout June-July. There are well over 300 species, all found north of the equator. Provide them with well-drained, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil and at least...

They are also known as bluebells, but the name is misleading--Campanula are available in many shades, including palest white, cherry red and deep purple. Good varieties to grow as houseplants include the Italian bellflower, a trailing plant that looks...

Refresh the mulch as needed, especially during the winter when the soil needs insulation to prevent heaving.Water campanula plants deeply once per week during spring, summer and fall, providing about 1 inch of water weekly.

There are about 70 different genera and about 2,000 different species. « More of the Prescription Gardener » Tags campanula , prescription gardener , rampion , rapunzel I feel like I'm in on a secret when I know something the average viewer may miss.

Campanulas are mostly perennial plants too, while the tuberous and vining canarina is only hardy in zones 9b to 11. Since most bellflowers (Campanula spp.) have purple or pink flowers, the blooms of the Canary Island Bellflower (Canarina canariensis)...

Ladybells exposed to hot afternoon sunlight may need a little more water.Deadhead plants regularly to encourage more blooms.also keeps the plant tidy and prevents rampant reseeding.Fertilizer is optional, although the plant may benefit from a dry, time-release...

Your comments are welcome, but please be aware that authors of previously published articles may not be able to promptly respond to new questions or comments.)The genus is named in honour of Franz Karl Mertens (1764-1831), a professor of botany in Bremen,...

An array of colors are available--various shades of blue, pink and white--and presenting a loved one with freshly cut flowers in an attractive vase or as a dried arrangement is a good way to let her know you appreciate her compassion.Many species exist...

In fact, they may even require staking to keep them upright. These can be overwintered beneath a thick layer of. These should be started in late spring or early summer, thinning as needed once seedlings become large enough.

Saxifraga, lady's mantle and mosses are options for shady spots. As it moves in the breeze, it simulates the movement of water. A broken half-pot sunk into the ground can become a container for dramatic moisture-loving plants such as dinosaur food (gunnera),...

Bluebells are useful for keeping the pest nematodes under control.Bluebells are rapidly spreading perennials. As perennials, they will return each spring. Place 2 inches of manure over bulbs in the fall to ensure healthy plants the following spring.

Planning For Next Year's Garden Every fall, I allow a few flowers to go to seed so I can replant them next year. I snip off the spent flowers soon after they turn brown and lay them on a paper towel on the kitchen counter to dry.

As with most roses, a location in morning sun with some shade in the afternoon is best. The white Larkspur adds an interesting accent.This is a white garden in late spring. Please scroll down to the form below.Sources for the plants in this article include...

A branch of the Gulf Stream sweeps along the coast of northern Norway and imparts a moderating influence on the weather.The warmer Gulf waters provide the city of Tromso and its environs with relatively mild winters, the average winter high hovering around...

The dainty forget-me-not, or Myosotis, has sky-blue flowers set with a yellow eye. Muscari, or grape hyacinths, and tiny scilla, or Siberian squill, are available in an intense royal blue shade which provides a good foil for pink tulips and golden daffodils.

The first phase of the current garden was officially opened by HRH The Prince of Wales in September 2002.The feature which most visitors to the garden see first from the huge pavilion building is the huge Grand Cascade water feature.

She is idly searching for the garden which has been locked up for ten years—for as long as she has been alive.One day, as Mary is taking one of her long walks about the grounds and talking to the robin, she sees him digging for worms, and catches sight...