Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000267
11/12/99
Campanula porscharskyana--Serbian Bellflower
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 10
Height: 8 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: Blue
Comments: This bellflower grows in sun or shade and is
considered drought resistant. The plant spreads by
underground runners and may become rampant on good sites.
Although a trailing plant about 8 inches tall, it can grow
to 3 feet if the stems are supported. The flowers are
lavender blue and are more open and star shaped than other
campanulas. Flowering occurs in June, July, or August.
Propagation: Division may be done in spring or fall.
Seed may be planted outdoors in late spring or early
summer with flowering occurring the following year. The
seed is fine and may be hard to handle. Seed planted
indoors germinates in 2 to 3 weeks.
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