Canterbury Bells, Mixed

Canterbury Bells, also known as Campanula medium, is a tall biennial plant with showy flowers in an interesting cup-and-saucer shape that appears in the summer. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil, and reasonably cool temperatures. Afternoon shade or filtered sunlight is necessary for warmer regions. As a biennial, only a low-growing clump or rosette of green leaves will appear in the first year, which should be well mulched in winter. The second year, Canterbury bells flowers will form, usually in summer, atop tall, upright stems. Planting a group together will help plants support each other without staking, although in windy locations stakes may be needed. To have continuous blooms every year, allow some of the flower seed pods to mature and re-seed the flower bed . Canterbury Bells are easily grown from seed and are known for their upright form featuring numerous vibrant, sweet-smelling bell-shaped flowers that range from white to violet. They grow best in cool climates and dislike higher heat conditions. If living in an environment with hotter temperatures, providing the plant with shade is recommended. Cool summer weather is ideal for Canterbury Bells; temperatures over 80°F can harm the plant's health. Fertilizing in spring with a nutrient-balanced fertilizer and mixing compost into the ground to increase fertility and improve soil drainage is recommended. Dead foliage and fading flowers should be removed to prune Canterbury Bells .