Bellflower

Codonopsis pilosula

Native to:
China, Korea, Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Campanulaceae
Genus:
Codonopsis
Species:
Codonopsis pilosula
USDA Symbol:
COPI8

Growth Characteristics

Height:
200 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
yellow, green, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination. Surface sow and keep moist.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society