Campanula Samantha (R)

Samantha (R) Bellflower

A compact, floriferous bellflower forming a neat mound of bright green foliage topped with abundant soft lavender-blue, bell-shaped flowers. Blooming from late spring into summer, ‘Samantha’ offers a tidy habit and excellent uniformity, making it ideal for edging, containers, and front-of-border plantings. Deadheading can encourage repeat bloom.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Herbaceous perennial



Form: Compact, mounded



Mature Width: 10–14 in



Mature Height: 6–10 in



Flower Color: Lavender-blue



Foliage Color: Bright green




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones: 3a–8b



Light: Full sun to partial shade (afternoon shade beneficial in warmer climates)



Soil: Average to moist, well-drained soil



Water: Moderate; prefers even moisture



Maintenance: Low; deadhead to extend bloom




Landscape Uses
Excellent for edging, rock gardens, containers, borders, and mass plantings. Its compact size makes it a clean, reliable choice for tight spaces and mixed perennial designs.


Care Tips


Deadhead spent flowers to promote continued blooming



Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor



Mulch lightly to keep roots cool and soil evenly moist

Plant type

Perennial

Height

6-10"

Width

10-14"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Blue

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Low Mounding

Bark

Smooth

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No