Common name: broadleaf bellflower

Family: Campanulaceae

Description: herbaceous perennial with white bell-shaped flowers and medium green broad leaves that are alternately arranged.

Flower: Showy; five fused corolla lobes with prominent calyx; colours range from blue, purple, white; white flowers have purple tinge at the base; flower buds appear tinged with purple and open white; blooms June to July

Foliage: broad, hairy leaves with toothed, irregular margins, coarse texture; lanceolate; alternately arranged; become smaller approaching the terminus of the stem.

Growing conditions: requires regular moisture, sun to part shade.

Height and spread: 1m x 0.5m

Pests: no serious pests or problems

Use: excellent mid boarder plant; grouped in masses for best effect. This plant has showy flowers, but a more coarse texture, making it ideal for a more informal or woodland garden.