Add the timeless beauty of Canterbury Bells to your garden and enjoy their graceful blooms year after year!
Canterbury Bells (Campanula medium) are classic biennial flowers known for their elegant, bell-shaped blooms that bring a touch of old-world charm to any garden. These flowers are celebrated for their tall, sturdy stems adorned with clusters of large, colorful bells in shades of blue, rose pink and white. Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, and cut flower arrangements, Canterbury Bells are a timeless favorite among gardeners.
Specifications for Canterbury Bells (Campanula medium) Flower Seeds:
Bloom Color: Blue, pink, white, purple
Growth Habit: Upright, with tall, sturdy stems
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Consistent moisture, avoid overwatering
Germination Time: 14-21 days
Maintenance: Low maintenance, deadhead for prolonged bloom
Growing Instructions:
Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface, as they require light to germinate.
Light Requirements: Canterbury Bells thrive in full sun to partial shade. Ensure they receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for the best flowering.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination and growing periods. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Soil: Plant in well-draining, fertile soil. Adding organic matter like compost can improve soil quality and promote healthy growth.
Germination: Seeds typically germinate within 14-21 days under optimal conditions.
Maintenance: Low maintenance. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and extend the flowering season. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.