Campanula 'Birch Hybrid'
I've finally discovered a groundcover that thrives in a challenging spot! I originally planted Campanula 'Birch Hybrid' along the edge of the north-facing border in my front garden, where it receives mostly shade from a large Skimmia and other plants behind it. Despite the limited sunlight, this resilient plant flourished, spreading cheerfully and adorning itself with beautiful lavender-blue blooms in late May. The blooming display lasts for quite some time. Delighted by its performance, I decided to relocate some of it to another tricky area, specifically a tight spot right by the driveway entrance. This space is constricted on one side by a large boulder and bordered on the other by the concrete driveway. I’ve tried various plants here—pansies, lantana, thyme—and they all struggled. Yet, this Campanula has proven to be the best performer. The "Birch" in its name comes from a renowned hybridizing nursery in England. It is a cross between the Dalmatian Bellflowe...
