| Common Name | Spotted Bellflower |
| Genus | Campanula |
| Species | Campanula punctata 'Cherry Bells' |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Format | 32-cell plug tray |
| Plug Care | Harden off and transplant plugs immediately upon arrival. Plant at the same level as it was growing in the plug trays, firm soil gently around plugs and water thoroughly. Maintain even moisture until established. |
| Netting / Staking | Usually not required; plants have sturdy upright stems. |
| Temperature Range | Hardy in USDA Zones 5-9. Prefers cooler climates with moderate summers. |
| Spacing | Space plugs about 18 inches apart to promote airflow and accommodate mature growth. |
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture. |
| Day Length | Long-day plant. Prefers full sun but will tolerate some light shade in hotter zones. |
| Pinching | Do not pinch. Deadheading faded blooms and harvesting lots of stems will encourage additional flowering stems. |
| When to Plant | Plant plugs in spring after last frost or in the fall with enough time (around 6 weeks) for plants to establish before the cold of winter sets in. |
| Harvesting | Expect flowers in mid to late summer. Harvest stems when some flowers are open and some buds remain on the stem to open in the vase. |
| Post Harvest Care | Cut stems should be immediately placed into a bucket with fresh, cool water and left somewhere dark and cool to hydrate before use. The use of a floral conditioner will help prolong vase life. Expect a vase life between 1 and 2 weeks. |
| Diseases / Insects | Watch for powdery mildew, slugs, and aphids. Promote good air circulation and avoid overhead watering to reduce foliar disease such as rust. |
| Bailey's Notes | This is a great novelty cut flower for the local market that your customers and florists won't have had access to in the past. Cut stems last up to 2 weeks in the vase and add a unique spin to arrangements, especially when cascading over the edge of the vessel. |
| Resources | N/A |