Campanula garganica ‘Major’ – A Ground-Covering Beauty with Brilliant Blue Blooms
Campanula garganica ‘Major’ is a vibrant, low-growing perennial that adds stunning blue flowers to the garden from late spring to early summer. Known for its striking, bell-shaped blooms in a deep, true blue, ‘Major’ forms a dense, spreading mat of glossy, heart-shaped leaves that quickly fill in garden beds, rockeries, and borders. A perfect choice for ground cover, containers, or the front of a border, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is adored by bees and butterflies. Hardy, low-maintenance, and long-blooming, ‘Major’ is a reliable performer that brings both beauty and function to the garden. Ultimate height up to 10cm with a spread of 0.1 - 0.5m.
Why Grow Campanula garganica ‘Major’?
Brilliant Blue Blooms – Deep, bell-shaped flowers in a rich blue shade create a striking contrast against the greenery.
Ground-Covering Habit – Forms a dense, low-spreading mat of foliage, making it an excellent choice for filling gaps or covering the ground in sunny or partly shaded areas.
Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, helping to support garden wildlife and biodiversity.
Low-Maintenance – A hardy perennial that requires minimal care once established, making it perfect for busy gardeners.
Hardy & Resilient – Fully hardy, it is a reliable performer in most soil types and weather conditions.
Planting & Care Guide
Position – Prefers full sun to partial shade. It works well in sunny borders, rock gardens, or even as ground cover in partly shaded areas.
Soil – Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It tolerates a range of soil types but prefers a slightly alkaline pH.
Watering – Water regularly during dry periods, but once established, it’s fairly drought-tolerant.
Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a second flush of blooms.
- Cut back the foliage in early spring to tidy up the plant and encourage new growth.
- Divide clumps every 2–3 years to maintain vigour and prevent overcrowding.
- Mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture and improve soil structure.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Campanula garganica ‘Major’ pairs beautifully with other low-growing perennials like Heuchera, Hosta, and Nepeta for a soft, cascading effect. It also complements larger shrubs like Lavender or Rosemary, adding contrast to their upright growth. For a romantic cottage garden look, combine with Geraniums, Alchemilla mollis, and Aubrieta for a sea of colour and texture.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
