tussock bellflower
Campanula carpatica f. alba 'Weisse Clips' WHITE CLIPS
Overview
The tussock bellflower (Campanula carpatica f. alba 'Weisse Clips' WHITE CLIPS) is an excellent choice for gardeners who prefer a low maintenance plant. Its stunning snow-white flowers, which drape over the leaves, add a delicate, airy touch to any yard. The flowers bloom throughout the summer and attract bees and butterflies. This drought tolerant perennial grows in most soils and is both disease and pest resistant. Its mounding form and bright colors make it a dramatic accent plant. It can reach up to two feet in height and is the perfect choice for gardens in dry or windy areas. With its prolific flowering and ease of maintenance, the tussock bellflower is an amazing addition to any garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Tussock bellflower should be watered regularly and thoroughly, taking care to avoid overwatering. Water the plant when the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry to the touch. During especially hot and dry periods, Tussock bellflower may need to be watered twice or even 3 times a week. During cooler months, once a week is typically sufficient. In addition to watering, Tussock bellflower should be misted with a spray bottle 1-2 times weekly to increase humidity.
Light
Tussock bellflower (Campanula carpatica f. alba 'Weisse Clips' WHITE CLIPS) prefers 6 to 8 hours of full sun a day. The plant should be shaded slightly in warmer climates or in the afternoon if temperatures exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. It will do well in partial shade in climates with cooler summers - afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates though. During the cooler months, this plant prefers more sunlight, ideally 5 to 8 hours each day.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-8.
Pruning
Tussock bellflower (Campanula carpatica f. alba 'Weisse Clips' WHITE CLIPS) should be pruned in the springtime when new growth begins appearing. Start pruning when about 2-3 shoots have grown from the base of the plant. Prune off any dead or damaged foliage as well as any old, woody growth. Prune back the shoots to keep the plant full, removing no more than 1/3 of the shoots and foliage. After pruning, trim the stems back to a height of 6-8 inches to encourage bushier, fuller new growth.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation, Grafting Propagation
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