Bats-in-the-belfry

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Position: partial shadeSoil:dry, neutral to alkaline soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: July and AugustHardiness: fully hardyClusters of tubular, mid-blue, lilac or white flowers on appear on robust, red-tinged stems in July and August among nettle-like, bristly, mid-green leaves.

In former days this nettle-leaved bellflower was widely used for treating throat infections.

Thriving in partial shade it's an excellent, tall plant for the edges of a woodland or wildflower garden.Garden care: After flowering cut back the faded flower-stems down to the ground and compost.

Vendor: Crocus.co.uk

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