Campanula cochleariifolia 'Miranda' Fairies’ thimbles (Campanula cochleariifolia) Synonyms:  C. bellardii Genus:  Campanula Diminutive (to 2 inches tall) spikes bear lavender-blue nodding flowers that sway in the breeze. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Aggressive-invasive running rootstalk. Great planted among spring flowering bulbs for a second wave of interest. Grows well among rock walls. Care:  Plant in full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation:  Sow seed in containers in a cold frame in spring. Alpine species should be sown in an open frame. Divide in spring or autumn. Take basal cuttings of  in spring. Problems:  Slugs, snails, vine weevils, spider mites, and aphids. Powdery mildew, rust, Septoria and Ramularia leaf spot, and Southern blight.

Overview

Height Less than 6 in. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Growth Habit Runs Growth Pace Fast Grower, Invasive/Aggressive Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Blue, Purple Uses Beds and Borders Style Cottage Garden, Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest