Campanula

Campanulas, or bellflowers as they’re commonly known, exude effortless charm with starry blooms and a naturally graceful habit. From neat ground-covering mats to taller, elegant clumps, they provide soft blues, whites and violets from late spring into summer. Despite their delicate look, most are hardy, adaptable and reliably floriferous, making them ideal for brightening borders, walls or containers.

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At J. Parker’s, our Campanulas offer compact growth, a long flowering window and dependable garden performance. From ‘Weisse Clips’ and ‘Blaue Clips’ to other wall and trailing bellflowers, these versatile varieties establish quickly and provide weeks of colour wherever they’re planted.

Where to plant Campanulas

Campanulas prefer well-drained, moderately fertile soil and grow well in full sun or partial shade, depending on the species. Alpine and trailing forms excel in rockeries, walls and border edges, while compact clumping types suit mixed borders and containers. Ensure good drainage - especially for low-growing kinds - and provide steady moisture during active growth to support the best display. Most species are fully hardy.

Companion plants for Campanulas

The soft tones of Campanulas pair beautifully with Geraniums, Salvia, Alchemilla mollis, and Nepeta for a relaxed, pollinator-friendly border. In shadier areas, use them with Hostas, Ferns or Astrantia for varied texture. Creeping species also complement Sedum, Sempervivum and small ornamental grasses in rock gardens.

Growing Campanulas

Campanulas are easy enough to maintain. Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering and limit self-seeding. Water during dry spells - especially in containers - and mulch lightly in spring to support new growth. Taller varieties may need minimal staking. With their hardiness and generous bloom period, Campanulas offer reliable summer colour with little fuss.