| Common Name | Korean Bellflower |
| Genus | Campanula |
| Species | Campanula takesimana |
| 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 | Not typically required; plants have sturdy stems. |
| Temperature Range | Hardy in USDA Zones 5-8; prefers cool to moderate climates. |
| Spacing | Space plugs 18-24 inches apart to accommodate mature plants and ensure good airflow. |
| Soil Preference | Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture is ideal. |
| Day Length | Long-day flowering plant. Prefers full sun but will handle part-shade, especially in warmer climates. |
| Pinching | Not necessary; deadheading spent flowers encourages prolonged bloom. |
| When to Plant | Transplant plugs in spring after risk of frost has passed, or in the fall with at least 6 weeks of establishment time before the first hard frost. |
| Harvesting | Expect flowers in early to mid summer. Cut stems right to the base of the plant when some flowers are open but some buds remain, to continue opening 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. Maintain good airflow and avoid overhead irrigation to reduce foliar disease risk 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. Some sources in warmer climates noted that can spread vigorously, so pull unwanted rhizomes and do not let plants go to seed to control the spread where this might be a concern. |
| Resources | N/A |