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Campanula lactiflora 'Prichard's Variety'
Campanula lactiflora 'Prichard's Variety'
Campanula lactiflora 'Prichard's Variety'
Campanula lactiflora 'Prichard's Variety'

Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’

£6.95

(40 customer reviews)

Milky Bellflower. Upright leafy stems are topped with showy clusters of violet-blue, trumpet-shaped flowers from June to September. Height 70cm. Spread 60cm. Full sun/part shade. Moist, well-drained soil. Hardy. Attracts bees.

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Description

“Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ is a garden plant described by its original product details as follows: Milky Bellflower. Upright leafy stems are topped with showy clusters of violet-blue, trumpet-shaped flowers from June to September. Height 70cm. Spread 60cm. Full sun/part shade. Moist, well-drained soil. Hardy. Attracts bees

PLANTING AND AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
  • Spring: The ideal time to plant Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ is in spring, when the soil is workable and beginning to warm. This helps the roots establish before active growth begins.
  • Early Autumn: Alternatively, early autumn planting allows the root system to settle before dormancy, encouraging stronger performance the following season.
Site Selection
  • Sunlight: Choose a position in full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Choose well-drained soil. Incorporating compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting will help improve structure and fertility.
Planting Instructions
  1. Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole twice the width and the same depth as the root ball.
  2. Soil Preparation: Mix compost or well-rotted organic matter into the excavated soil where appropriate.
  3. Planting: Set the plant with the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil, then backfill gently and firm lightly.
  4. Watering After Planting: Water Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the roots.
Watering Requirements
  • Growing Season: Water regularly during the first growing season and keep the soil from drying out for long periods, particularly during warm or dry weather. This will help Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ establish and maintain healthy growth.
  • Dormant Season: Reduce watering as growth slows, while avoiding prolonged waterlogging around the root system.
Feeding
  • Spring: Apply a balanced fertiliser as new growth begins, following the manufacturer’s recommended rate. This will help Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ support healthy foliage and seasonal growth.
  • Mid-Season: Where growth appears to need a boost, a light supplementary feed can be applied without overfeeding.
Pruning
  • Deadheading and Tidying: Remove faded flowers and tired or damaged growth as required to keep the plant neat and encourage a healthy display.
  • Seasonal Care: Regular maintenance will help Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ remain tidy and vigorous.
Mulching
  • Spring: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture, suppress weeds and improve soil structure.
  • Later in the Year: Keep mulch clear of the crown or main stems and avoid trapping excessive moisture directly around the plant.
Supporting the Plant
  • Natural Habit: The plant should generally remain self-supporting, although nearby planting can provide useful shelter in exposed positions.
Final Tips

Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’ will perform best when its light, soil and moisture requirements are matched to the original product details above. Give the plant sufficient room to develop naturally, monitor watering during dry periods and carry out simple seasonal maintenance to keep it healthy and attractive.”

RHS Details

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Additional information

Pot Size

Plant Botanical Type

Perennial (herbaceous)
Flower Colour

Violet, Blue
Leaf Colour

Green
Varigated Leaf

No
Scent

Yes
Height

0.7m
Spread

0.6m
Blooms/foliage interest in

Summer, Autumn
Evergreen

No
Hardiness

mild winter to – 5C
Container

Borders and Containers
Sun/shade

Sun, partial shade
Soil Type

Loam (normal)
Soil PH

Neutral
Drainage

Moist, Well drained soil
Hazerdous

No
Insect Attraction

Bees and Butterflies

40 reviews for Campanula lactiflora ‘Prichard’s Variety’

  1. Gillian (verified owner) –

    Plant well packaged and in good condition upon opening

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  4. Carol (verified owner) –

    Strong and healthy plants. Well wrapped for transit

  5. Angela Pankhurst (verified owner) –

    very good plant

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  8. Robin Marson (verified owner) –

    Good Quality plant

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  16. Lynn W. (verified owner) –

    Very healthy looking, many shoots visible. Well packed, came 2 days after ordered.

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  18. Christine M. (verified owner) –

    Wonderful healthy plant. Very reasonably priced. I recommend ordering from this company.

  19. Maurice Appleby (verified owner) –

    Good quality plants at a good price

  20. ALAN (verified owner) –

    supurb plants

  21. Jennifer M. (verified owner) –

    This was a gift for my sister but I saw it when she unpacked it and it looks like a really lovely healthy plant.

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  23. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Arrived safely and in excellent condition

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  25. Shirley Chase (verified owner) –

    Healthy plant Looking forward to flowers

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  27. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Just the best plants I have ever received from online orders. Healthy, a good size and brilliantly packaged for delivery.

  28. Juliet H. (verified owner) –

    Fabulous quality plants Proctors will be my first choice nursery in future for plant purchases

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  34. Mark A. (verified owner) –

    green strong and healthy on arrival

  35. Shona H. (verified owner) –

    Lovely plant which arrived quickly

  36. Sylvia P. (verified owner) –

    Arrived promptly and in good condition

  37. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Has some healthy growth so confident it will be glorious in summer. I am so so imperssed by Proctors. They are my go-to nursery now, plants are alwasy strong and healthy, arrive packaged well. If you live close to Proctors you are so lucky. It’s miles better than any garden ceentre I’ve even been to.

  38. Tara Quinn (verified owner) –

    Never grown this plant before so looking forward to seeing how it does plants very healthy and well packed thank you

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