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Campanulaceae

Giant Bellflower

Campanula latifolia

Gratitude and constancy.

Family
Campanulaceae
Genus
Campanula
Native to
Europe, Western Asia
Bloom season
Summer
Type
Perennial
Height
90-150 cm
Sunlight
Partial shade to full shade
Soil
Moist, fertile, well-draining
Water
Regular
Hardiness
3-7
Lifespan
Perennial

Did you know

  • The large bell-shaped flowers can measure up to 5 cm long, among the biggest in the bellflower genus.
  • In Scotland, it is known as 'Giant Throatwort' because of its historical use for throat ailments.
  • The young leaves and roots are edible and were eaten as a wild vegetable in parts of Europe.
  • Bumblebees are the primary pollinators, as they are heavy enough to push into the large bells.
  • It can naturalize readily in shady woodland gardens and may spread to form impressive colonies.

Color meanings

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Gratitude

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Unwavering love

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Humility

Uses

  • Woodland gardens
  • Shade borders
  • Cottage gardens
  • Naturalizing