Species bonnet bellflower
purple-white flowers, light-green buds and green leaves with green veins on purple-green stems

bonnet bellflower

Codonopsis lanceolata

Bonnet bellflower (Codonopsis lanceolata) is an amazing plant species that is native to the southern parts of China. This unique plant has an interesting bell-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The flower grows in shades of pink, red, white, and yellow, making it a stunning addition to any garden. Its delightful aroma and perennial life span make it a great choice for a natural touch year round. The stems of the Bonnet bellflower are remarkably flexible, making them a great choice for both floral arrangements and bouquets. Their ability to thrive in a variety of soils and climates ensures that this plant species is both versatile and easy to care for.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 8

Flowers:

Green / purple (outside) with violet spots (inside) Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Bonnet bellflower (Codonopsis lanceolata) should be watered deeply and slowly to thoroughly moisten the soil and to promote root growth. Water should be applied about every 5-7 days in warmer weather, or every 2-3 weeks in cooler weather. The soil should be checked before each watering to make sure it is not oversaturated. If the top inch of soil is dry, it’s time to water. Water slowly until it just begins to run off to ensure that the water has fully penetrated the soil. Allow any excess water to drain away and discard.

sunlight

Bonnet bellflower plants prefer direct sunlight for a good amount of the day. They should get at least 6 hours of direct sunlight between the hours of 10:00am to 4:00pm. During the times of intense summer heat, you may want to provide some afternoon shade to protect your bonnet bellflower plant.

pruning

Bonnet bellflower should be pruned once annually, during the late winter or early spring. Pruning should involve removing any dead, fading, or damaged stems, as well as any stalks that are overlapping to create a neat and orderly form. To promote flowering, the plant should also be thinned out and re-shaped. Do not remove more than 30% of the plant’s foliage. Some light pruning can also occur during the growing season to help shape and encourage bushy vegetation.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Codonopsis lanceolata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Codonopsis lanceolata typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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