Campanula carpatica turbinata

Physical Characteristics

Campanula carpatica turbinata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. E. Europe - Carpathian Mountains.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Ground Cover; East Wall. In. South Wall. In. West Wall. In.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked. A pleasant sweet flavour, but the leaves are a bit hairy[K]. Flowers - raw or cooked. Slightly sweet, they make a very pleasant and decorative addition to the salad bowl[K].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known