Pale Bellflower

Campanula scouleri

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Campanulaceae
Genus:
Campanula
Species:
Campanula scouleri

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
Blue, Purple
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, California, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Reported Fauna Sightings

Bees: Fernald cuckoo bumble bee (Bombus flavidus), Fernald cuckoo bumble bee (Bombus flavidus)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers cool, shaded environments

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: Sow seed into trays filled with stabilized medium plugs (Q-plugs). Seal trays inside plastic bags and place into refrigeration at 1 to 3 °C for 90 days. Check trays weekly and keep moist. If mold is evident, treat trays with 1% hydrogen peroxide.

Source: npn.rngr.net