{"product_id":"canterbury-bells-crown-single-mixed","title":"Canterbury Bells Crown Single Mixed","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampanula medium 'Crown Single Mixed'\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCanterbury Bells 'Crown Single Mixed'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTall, upright spires of classic large bell-shaped flowers in deep purple-blue, soft pink, pure white and clear lilac — Canterbury Bells is the traditional cottage garden biennial that has been grown in British gardens for nearly 500 years, and the flower that gives any romantic spring border its proper sense of vertical grandeur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is one of the great heritage flowers of the British cottage garden. Each plant produces tall stems (60–80cm) crowded with the classic open bell-shaped flowers — a single layer of fused petals forming substantial 5–8cm bells in a generous mix of deep purple-blue, vivid pink, pure white and gentle lilac. As a hardy biennial, Canterbury Bells flowers in its second year from sowing — a longer game than annuals, but the wait is worthwhile. The plants form a sturdy basal rosette in their first season, overwinter, then explode into flower from May to July of the following year. RHS Plants for Pollinators recognised — the open bells are perfect landing pads for bumblebees, who can crawl right inside in pursuit of nectar. Excellent cut flowers with good vase life, and one of the classic flowers of the traditional English cottage garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSow in late spring or early summer (May to July) for flowers the following year. Surface-sow as the seeds need light to germinate; do not cover. Maintain 18–20°C and germination takes 14–21 days. Pot on into 9cm pots once large enough to handle and grow on through the summer. Plant out into the final position in autumn — Canterbury Bells need to be established before winter to flower the following spring. Full sun or partial shade. Rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil enriched with leaf mould. Once established, the plants self-seed reliably, producing a permanent, wandering colony — though as with most biennials, the seedlings need a year of growth before flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere it shines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn the back or middle of cottage borders where the tall spires give vertical structure, particularly beautiful alongside roses, foxgloves and other classic English perennials. In informal woodland edges and dappled shade, where the traditional \"cottage garden\" character feels right. As cut flowers for tall, romantic arrangements — the bell-shaped flowers have surprising stage presence in vases. In wildflower meadow plantings, where the biennial habit suits the natural rhythm of meadow renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant alongside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor a classic English cottage spring scheme, combine with Foxglove 'Excelsior Mixed' and Aquilegia 'Nora Barlow'. The vertical spires of foxgloves complement the bell-shaped Canterbury Bells beautifully, while the rounded pom-poms of aquilegia add a third texture. For colour-coordinated planting, pair with Sweet Rocket (Hesperis) for fragrance and the soft pink Achillea 'Pastel Mixed' as ground-level interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64766387716445,"sku":"CNT-MIX","price":2.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/1185\/5965\/files\/20488003e1ff6e2cbde2bab_upscale.jpg?v=1779457313","url":"https:\/\/turfstoreuk.com\/products\/canterbury-bells-crown-single-mixed","provider":"Turf Store UK ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}