Campanula campana

Campanula

R60.00

Also called Bellflower. Elegant and long lasting cut flower with pretty bell shaped flowers.

 

30 seeds per packet.

Flower type:Spike
Life cycle:Annual
Climate:Annual. Needs cool temperatures of winter for strong vegetative system to flower well in spring.
Sowing guide:Direct sow not recommended. Sow in trays in February to March and transplant after 7-8 weeks.
Planting Season:Autumn
Germination guide:4-5 days @ 20-22 C. Light required - cover seed with thin layer of vermiculite. Keep seedlings consistantly moist, but not overly wet.
Good Bee Food:Yes
Flowering time:September to December (if sown in February to March).
Pinch:Not necessary
Position:Full Sun
Final height:30-50 cm

Growing Tips:

Provide horisontal plant support.


Harvesting Tips:

Harvest when the first flowers at the bottom of the stem have opened. Expected vase life is 7-10 days.

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