Campanula persicifolia is called the peach-leaved bellflower and there is a slight resemblance to peach leaves - but peach trees should be so easy to grow. Most Campanulas are good garden performers needing minimal care. Some, like C. Latifolia, can become a nuisance seeding and spreading throughout the garden. But what better place for enthusiastic plants than in a cutting garden, where the blossoms will be long gone before seed is set?
The flowers on C. persicifolia are held above the mound of leaves on tall, straight stems, making them ideal for cut flowers. Bellflowers are often considered early season bloomers, but you should get repeat blooms in a cutting garden, if you are diligent about cutting. Bellflowers also like some relief from intense sun and heat. So if your garden is in full sun, mulch the base of the plants and keep them well watered.
Campanula persicifolia (Peach-leaved Bellflower) 'Blue Bloomers' (USDA Zones 3 - 9, 1-3' x 1-2', Violet Blooms: Repeat Bloomer)
Alternatives:
- Campanula persicifolia 'Powder Puff' - Pure white blooms.
- Campanula persicifolia 'Telham Beauty' - Blue flowers.