Harebell (Campanula rotundifolia)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Harebell
Campanula rotundifolia

Harebell flowers (leaves belong to another plant)
Harebell flowers (leaves belong to another plant)
 
Features
Nodding, violet-blue, bell-shaped flowers. 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soils. 
 
Mature Height
6-18 Inches
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
Purple
 
 
Bloom Season
June - September
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes

The small leaves at the base of the plant tend to dry up before the flowers appear. Found in meadows and grassy areas. This plant is considered endangered in Ohio.