Plant Profile: Appalachian Bellflower (Campanula divaricata)

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Unsurprisingly, Appalachian Bellflower is most often found growing in the Appalachian Mountains. It prefers rocky soils that tend to be dry and favors sloping, open woodlands and rocky outcrops. The blue flowers are extremely small but bloom in large quantities, which makes for a striking display.

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Care requirements:

Light requirements: Full Sun-Part Shade

Water requirements: Low-Medium

Soil requirements: Dry-Medium

Bloom time: July-August

Bloom color: Blue

Height: 1-3 feet

Width: 1-3 feet

USDA Zone: 5-9

Other notes: Some places report this flower can grow in full shade. It is drought tolerant. This wildflower may be difficult to find for sale in the nursery trade.

Do you have Appalachian Bellflower growing in your garden? Do you have any tips or tricks for growing it you would like to share? Do you know of any Southeastern nurseries that regularly stock it? Let us know in the comments!



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