Category: Rarium | Sub-Category: Perennials for Sun
Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Codonopsis lanceolata
Family: (Campanulaceae)
(P) to 4.5′. Southwest China. This Bonnet Bellflower has a twining habit and is best supported by a trellis or tripod where one can see to full effect the fat, greenish white, nodding bells with prominent, bluish purple venation inside the cup. Blooms midsummer. Well-drained soil. Sun/partial shade. 5 & T2