Flower Library
Bellflowers
Campanula · Campanulaceae
Bellflowers are the classic blue meadow bouquet anchor. Their namesake bell-shaped blooms hang in clusters on tall stems. Romantic, slightly melancholic, perfect for natural-style bouquets.
- Season
- May – June – July – August
- Vase life
- 5–8 days
- Latin name
- Campanula
- Colors
- Blue, Purple, White
Season May to August. Also wild in Düsseldorf meadows — common along the Rhine in summer.
Cut stock mostly German cultivation, some Dutch varieties. In bridal bouquets as accent for 'blue' (often the 'something blue' criterion).
In gardens many perennial varieties — hundreds of Campanula species. As cut flowers usually only 3–5 main varieties available.
Is Bellflowers toxic to children and pets?
- Children
- Non-toxic
- Cats
- Non-toxic
- Dogs
- Non-toxic
Bellflowers are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (listed as „non-toxic“ by the ASPCA). Larger amounts — especially the milky stems — may irritate a sensitive stomach, so it is best not to let pets nibble on them.
Overview: toxic & non-toxic plants for cats, dogs and children
Care
- 01Cut at an angle, strip lower leaves.
- 02Deep water, change every 2 days.
- 03Keep cool.
- 04Buds open in sequence — patience pays off.
Frequently asked
- Are bellflowers suitable for a birthday gift?
- More as meadow accent than main flower. Alone they read somewhat reserved for a birthday bouquet — nicer in mixed compositions.
- Are bellflowers toxic?
- No — non-toxic to humans and pets.
- How long do bellflowers last in a vase?
- About 5 to 8 days. The buds open in sequence from bottom to top, so a fresh cut and a water change every two days really pays off.
- When are bellflowers in season?
- From May to August. As cut flowers they come mostly from German cultivation, supplemented by some Dutch varieties via the Rhein-Maas auction.