Campanula trachelium | Nettle-leaved Bellflower - UK Native Plant
This woodland-edge perennial brings strong vertical presence to full sun and lightly shaded spots. Its tall stems carry deep violet-blue bells through mid to late summer, making it a valuable nectar and pollen producing plant for pollinators and a reliable structural wildflower.
Botanical Information
Scientific Name: Campanula trachelium
Common Name: Nettle-leaved bellflower
Family: Campanulaceae
Habit: Upright perennial
Height: 60–100 cm
Width: 30–50 cm
Flower Colour: Violet-blue (occasionally white)
Flower Time: July – September
Soil: Moist but well-drained, fertile soils. Acid, Alkaline, Neutral.
Climate Zone: Temperate
Frost Tolerant: Yes
Drought Tolerant: Low–moderate
Garden Styles: Woodland gardens, cottage gardens, wildlife planting
Special Uses: Excellent plant for native pollinators
Using in Modern Garden Design
Ideal for part shade-friendly naturalistic planting, this species integrates beautifully into layered perennial schemes. Designers often combine it with ferns, grasses, and shade-tolerant wildflowers to create contemporary woodland planting with ecological value.