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Description
Campanula Medium Champion Pink is a beautiful biennial plant that belongs to the family Campanulaceae. It is also known as Canterbury Bells and is native to Southern Europe. The plant grows up to 2-3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide, producing attractive pink bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers are about 2-3 inches long, and they have a sweet fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies. The leaves are dark green, and they are shaped like a lance. Campanula Medium Champion Pink is a great addition to any garden, and it adds beautiful color to flower beds, borders, and containers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Eudicots |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Campanula |
Appearance
The Campanula Medium Champion Pink plant grows up to 2-3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide. The plant produces pink bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers are about 2-3 inches long, and they have a sweet fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies. The leaves are dark green, and they are shaped like a lance. Campanula Medium Champion Pink is a biennial plant that blooms in the second year of growth.
Care Guide
Campanula Medium Champion Pink is an easy plant to care for, and it thrives in well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. The plant needs to be watered regularly, and the soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and blooming. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Campanula Medium Champion Pink is susceptible to fungal diseases like powdery mildew and rust. These diseases can be prevented by providing good air circulation around the plant and avoiding overhead watering. The plant is also susceptible to aphids and slugs. Aphids can be controlled with insecticidal soap, while slugs can be controlled with slug bait or by handpicking them off the plant.
Habitat
Campanula Medium Champion Pink is native to Southern Europe and grows in meadows, woodlands, and rocky hillsides. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-8 and can be grown in gardens and containers.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Campanula Medium Champion Pink a perennial or an annual plant?
A: Campanula Medium Champion Pink is a biennial plant that blooms in the second year of growth.
Q: What is the best time to plant Campanula Medium Champion Pink?
A: The best time to plant Campanula Medium Champion Pink is in the spring or fall.
Q: Can Campanula Medium Champion Pink grow in containers?
A: Yes, Campanula Medium Champion Pink can be grown in containers.
Q: How often should Campanula Medium Champion Pink be fertilized?
A: Campanula Medium Champion Pink should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Related Plants
- Campanula Medium Champion Blue
- Campanula Rapunculus
- Campanula Carpatica
References
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/canterbury-bells/growing-campanula-canterbury-bells.htm
- https://www.gardenia.net/plant-variety/campanula-medium-champion-pink
- https://www.thompson-morgan.com/p/campanula-medium-champion-pink/KB2275TM
