Species Campanule À Feuilles Larges
light-purple flowers with yellow stigmas, purple styles, light-green sepals, buds and stems

Campanule À Feuilles Larges

Campanula latifolia subsp. latifolia

Campanule À Feuilles Larges, or Campanula latifolia subsp. latifolia, is an herbaceous perennial that grows in dry soils. Its deeply-lobed, toothed leaves are glossy green and wide, up to 8 cm long, and a flower stalk of up to 75 cm can hold a miss of bell-shaped flowers that are blue to lavender, with darker veining. It is native in Europe, but grows well in other climates as well. This flexible plant thrives in both sun and shade, and needs occasional pruning and dividing to maintain its shape. It is easy to take care of and makes an excellent addition to any garden.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Campanule À Feuilles Larges (Campanula latifolia subsp. latifolia) regularly, although not excessively. Water the plant deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. During the summer months, you may need to water the plant more often, roughly once per week. During the cooler seasons, the plant may need less water, approximately once every 2 weeks. It's important to make sure the plant is not overwatered, as the soil should remain slightly moist at all times. If you’re unsure, it is best to water less than more.

sunlight

Campanule À Feuilles Larges (Campanula latifolia subsp. latifolia) needs plenty of light to stay healthy, but too much can burn the leaves. It should be placed in a bright spot that receives full sun for at least 6-8 hours per day in spring and summer, and partial sun in fall and winter. During the hottest months of summer, when temperatures are high and the sun is strongest, some afternoon shade may be beneficial.

pruning

Campanule à Feuilles Larges (Campanula latifolia subsp. latifolia) is best pruned in late spring after flowering is complete. Pruning should involve light shaping and removal of spent blooms. Because this species has a tendency to become woody, annual pruning is recommended. Begin by snipping or pinching stems and slightly thinning, making sure to maintain a balanced shape and numerous flowering stems. Take care to only remove dead, diseased, or otherwise damaged stems. Avoid shearing or hard pruning which may lead to an open, sparse center and weakened stems.