Milky bellflower (Campanula lactiflora) kam-PAN-yew-lah lak-tih-FLOOR-ah Genus:  Campanula This upright bellflower grows to 4 or 5 feet with rounded leaves and conical spires of bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, violet, or white. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Self seeds. Native to Turkey and the Caucasus. Care:  Provide full sun to part shade and moist but well-drained soil. May require staking. Propagation:  Sow seed in containers in a cold frame in spring. Divide in spring or autumn. Take basal cuttings in spring. Problems:  Slugs, snails, vine weevils, spider mites and aphids. Powdery mildew, rust, Spetoria and Ramularia leaf spot and Southern blight.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Self Seeds, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Blue, Purple, White Style Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials