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Description
Campanula Piperi, also known as Piper’s bellflower or Olympic bellflower, is a perennial flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the Olympic Mountains in Washington State, where it grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes. The plant can reach a height of 20-60 cm and a width of 15-30 cm.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Campanula |
Appearance
Campanula Piperi has lance-shaped leaves that are green and hairy. The flowers are bell-shaped, up to 4 cm long, and range in color from white to purple. They bloom from June to August and attract bees and butterflies. The plant has a clumping habit and spreads slowly through rhizomes.
Care Guide
Campanula Piperi is a low-maintenance plant that can thrive in a variety of growing conditions. Here are some care tips:
- Water: Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilization: Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.0.
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: Campanula Piperi is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Campanula Piperi is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to root rot if planted in poorly-drained soil. It may also attract slugs and snails, which can be controlled with slug bait or handpicking.
Habitat
Campanula Piperi is native to the Olympic Mountains in Washington State, where it grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes. It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate drought and cold temperatures.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Campanula Piperi be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Campanula Piperi can be grown in containers as long as they are large enough to accommodate the plant’s root system.
Q: How often should I fertilize Campanula Piperi?
A: Fertilize Campanula Piperi once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Is Campanula Piperi deer-resistant?
A: Campanula Piperi is not deer-resistant and may be eaten by deer if planted in areas with high deer populations.
Q: How can I propagate Campanula Piperi?
A: Campanula Piperi can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Related Plants
- Campanula rotundifolia
- Campanula persicifolia
- Campanula carpatica
- Campanula lactiflora
References
- “Campanula piperi.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed July 15, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c430.
- “Campanula piperi.” PlantFiles. Accessed July 15, 2021. https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/87278/.
- “Campanula piperi.” Plants of the World Online. Accessed July 15, 2021. http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:141171-2.
