Campanula Pyramidalis

Description

Campanula Pyramidalis is a perennial plant that is native to the Pyrenees Mountains in Europe. It is also known as the Chimney Bellflower due to its tall, pyramid-shaped flower spikes that can reach up to 6 feet in height. The plant blooms in mid-summer, producing numerous bell-shaped flowers that are typically blue or purple in color.

Taxonomic Information

Domain:	Eukaryota
Kingdom:	Plantae
Phylum:	Spermatophyta
Class:	Magnoliopsida
Order:	Asterales
Family:	Campanulaceae
Genus:	Campanula

Appearance

Campanula Pyramidalis has a basal rosette of leaves that are dark green and toothed. The leaves are typically 3-6 inches long and 1-2 inches wide. The plant produces tall, pyramid-shaped flower spikes that can reach up to 6 feet in height. The flowers are typically blue or purple in color and are bell-shaped, with a five-lobed corolla that is about an inch in diameter. The flowers bloom in mid-summer and continue to bloom for several weeks.

Care Guide

Water: Campanula Pyramidalis prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly, especially during dry periods.Fertilization: Campanula Pyramidalis does not require much fertilization. However, adding a slow-release fertilizer in the spring can help promote healthy growth.Soil: Campanula Pyramidalis prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Campanula Pyramidalis prefers full sun to partial shade. In hotter climates, it may benefit from some afternoon shade to prevent wilting.Hardiness Zones: Campanula Pyramidalis is hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Common Pests & Diseases

Campanula Pyramidalis is relatively pest and disease resistant. However, it may be susceptible to slugs and snails, which can be controlled with slug bait or by handpicking.

Habitat

Campanula Pyramidalis is native to the Pyrenees Mountains in Europe, where it grows in rocky, alpine habitats. It prefers well-drained soil and can be found at elevations ranging from 4,000-8,000 feet.

Question and Answer

Q: Can Campanula Pyramidalis be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Campanula Pyramidalis can be grown in containers as long as they are large enough to accommodate the plant’s tall flower spikes.Q: How often should I fertilize Campanula Pyramidalis?
A: Campanula Pyramidalis does not require much fertilization. Adding a slow-release fertilizer in the spring should be sufficient.Q: How do I propagate Campanula Pyramidalis?
A: Campanula Pyramidalis can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.Q: How tall can Campanula Pyramidalis grow?
A: Campanula Pyramidalis can grow up to 6 feet tall.

Related Plants

• Campanula Carpatica
• Campanula Glomerata
• Campanula Persicifolia
• Campanula Rotundifolia

References

• “Campanula pyramidalis.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c740.
• “Campanula pyramidalis.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/7188/Campanula-pyramidalis/Details.
• “Campanula pyramidalis.” Plants for a Future, www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Campanula+pyramidalis.