Campanula lactiflora

Milkmaid Bellflower

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Tall herbaceous perennial forming spikes of blue or white bell-shaped flowers in summer. Native to Eastern Europe, thrives in moist garden soils.
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Plant Details

Common Name Milkmaid Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Genus Campanula
Species Lactiflora
Origin Eastern Europe / Russia
Blooming Summer to early autumn, July to September
Leaf Color Slate green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist but well-drained loamy soil. Add compost for nutrients and moisture retention.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth. Reduce watering after flowering as plant enters dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun in cooler climates; partial shade required in hot regions to prevent scorching of foliage.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before flower spikes emerge.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming. Cut back foliage to ground level after first frost.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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