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The next time you are buying perennials please look for our helpful labels and blue pots, and remember "The best perennials come out of the blue"!
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Campanula cochleariifolia ‘Elizabeth Oliver’
Fairy Thimble Bellflower |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.110.980
Fairy Thimble is a cute little alpine Bellflower for early summer display. Plants form a low creeping green mat with an abundant show of nodding bells. 'Elizabeth Oliver' is a British selection with flowers like tiny double blue roses. An easy plant for any sunny or part shaded rock garden, also useful for edging or as a groundcover. Plants seem to need good drainage, particularly during the winter months. Adapts well to growing in pots or alpine troughs. Divide every 2 years in early spring.
Further details for
Campanula cochleariifolia ‘Elizabeth Oliver’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Light Blue
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Containers
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Ground Cover
Height
5-10 cm
2-4 inches
Spread
15-20 cm
6-8 inches
Foot Traffic
Light
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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