Blue Tussock Bellflower

Blue tussock bellflower is a very low-growing plant with a spreading habit. Upward facing, blue bell-shaped flowers are produced on upright flower stalks. The triangular leaves are bright green and have toothed edges. This is a tough plant that can be used successfully in the Colorado Springs area if it receives regular moisture.

 

Blue Tussock Bellflower

Blue tussock bellflower is a very low-growing plant with a spreading habit. Upward facing, blue bell-shaped flowers are produced on upright flower stalks. The triangular leaves are bright green and have toothed edges. This is a tough plant that can be used successfully in the Colorado Springs area if it receives regular moisture.

 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Campanula carpatica 'Blue Clips'

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Pronunciation

kam-PAN-yoo-luh kar-PAT-ih-kuh

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Mature Height

6 to 12 in.

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Mature Spread

6 to 12 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

blue-purple

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Bloom time

July to September

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

central Europe

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Light Requirements

sun to filtered shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-7

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 7,500 ft.

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