Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Campanula x ‘Birch Hybrid’
Bellflower
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Height
- 4 to 6 inches
- Width
- 12 inches
- Flower color
- Bell-shaped blue, lavender, or white
- Foliage color
- Green, with serrated edge
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Part shade to full sun
- Water
- Regular
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- 4 to 8
- Wildlife
- May attract pollinators
About this plant
Campanula x 'Birch Hybrid' is a delightful perennial bellflower celebrated for its charming bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, lavender, or white. Forming a compact mound of lance-shaped green leaves, this hybrid is well-suited for borders, rock gardens, or containers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it showcases tubular flowers with flared ends. Thriving in well-drained soil and adaptable to various light conditions, 'Birch Hybrid' is a low-maintenance plant that enhances gardens with its beauty. Regular watering and deadheading encourage continuous blooming, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking an attractive and versatile perennial.
Works well in
Pollinator Gardens · Containers · Borders · Rock Gardens
Companion plants
Catmint · Rockroses · Dianthus · Hardy geraniums · Sea thrifts · Creeping phlox
Design tip
Thread this bellflower through the front of mixed borders to create repeating pockets of color instead of one continuous drift. Scattered groupings feel more natural, encouraging the eye to explore the planting while adding depth and visual movement throughout the design.
