Harebell
Common Name: Harebell
Genus: Campanula
Species: rotundifolia
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Chalky/alkaline
Height: 25cm
Spread: 25cm
Time to plant seeds: March to April
A well known and favourite wild flower, which can be easily spotted in short grassland and roadside verges in summer when it becomes covered in thimble-sized blue bells. Given the rich soil of a border its flowering will be even more pronounced, but it may spread a bit too quickly for most.
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