Campanula rotundifolia | Blue Gem Benzakein Chai how to plant a drift

how to plant a drift of snake's head fritillaries

Known to many by the name Tweedia this delightful plant is recognised for its clear

this variety starts with a nude colour aging to a very soft buff colour fading into shades of the palest lemony cream

Remove faded flowers regularly to promote more buds

Campanula rotundifolia | Blue Gem Benzakein Chai how to plant a driftThis delicate little campanula has graceful wiry stems that float above its fine foliage with small attractive bell shaped nodding violet blue flowers. Plants form a small rounded basal rosette of leaves. This plant likes good drainage so is a perfect choice for rock gardens, sunny walls or banks. Plants whilst short lived will self sow. Happy in full sun or partial shade in well drained soil. In hotter climates, the plant will appreciate some respite