Campanula poscharskyana aka Trailing Bellflower

Taxonomy

Campanula poscharskyana, also known as the Serbian bellflower or trailing bellflower, is a spreading, small, semi-evergreen perennial native to the Dinaric Alps in former Yugoslavia. This beautiful plant features lance-shaped green foliage and an abundance of bright blue star-shaped flowers that bloom throughout the summer, providing a long-lasting display. It is highly valued for its lavender-blue flowers and is particularly well-suited for container gardening. However, it dislikes wet winters and thrives best in well-drained soil.

Common names

Trailing Bellflower, Serbian Bellflower, Stjrnklocka

How to care for Trailing Bellflower

Difficulty

Trailing Bellflower requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.

Water

Trailing Bellflower should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Trailing Bellflower loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Trailing Bellflower prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Trailing Bellflower to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more during this period.

Toxicity

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

Fertilizer

The Trailing Bellflower should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Region of origin

Trailing Bellflower’s native range is Europe - N. Yugoslavia. Naturalized in Britain.


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