Bellflowers 'Alba' (Campanula isophyla 'Alba')

Bellflowers 'Alba'

Where most bellflowers have blue or purple flowers, bellflowers 'Alba' has brilliant white flowers. 'Alba', means 'white' in Latin, so these flowers are how this hybrid gets its name. This delicate hybrid grows to just 20 cm, in comparison to the 60 cm of native varieties. This plant blooms profusely in summer and is ideal for cottage gardens, rock gardens and containers, making it a gardener's favorite.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Bellflowers 'Alba'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: The bellflowers 'Alba' thrives in warm climates and needs regular watering to sustain its colorful, bell-like flowers. Watering twice a week is typical in hotter conditions. Check soil moisture; it should be slightly moist, avoiding over-saturation or dryness.

Fertilize: Using an organic fertilizer for bellflowers 'Alba' can enhance flower quality and growth rate. Apply a water-soluble fertilizer once or twice monthly in spring and early summer, ensuring it doesn't contact the plant to prevent burn. Avoid nitrogen-heavy formulations.

Pruning: Bellflowers 'Alba', recognized for star-shaped white blooms and a trailing habit, needs pruning in early to late spring to promote bushier growth. Trim stems by one-third and remove dead parts to enhance airflow, reduce disease, and ensure optimal flower production and health.

Propagation: The bellflowers 'Alba' can be propagated via division, seeds, or basal cuttings. Division is recommended every five years for optimal health. For seeds, sow in nutrient-rich soil in spring, covering with mulch. Seeds require cold treatment to prevent premature germination, with shoots appearing in 4-8 weeks.

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