A tall, elegant perennial with slender, upright stems bearing large, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. Campanula persicifolia adds vertical interest and classic cottage-garden charm to borders, meadows, and naturalistic plantings.
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Exposure: Moderately wind-tolerant; not particularly coastal tolerant.
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Size: Typically 60–120 cm (24–48 in) high and 30–45 cm (12–18 in) spread.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates moderately heavy soils if not waterlogged.
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Sun: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade.
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Flowering Time: Early to mid-summer (June–July).
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Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, providing nectar during early summer.