Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula trachelium) Live Plants – Perennial, Zones 3–9

A Cottage Garden Classic with Nodding Purple Bells

Campanula trachelium, the Nettle-Leaved Bellflower (also known as Bats in the Belfry, Coventry Bells, or Throatwort), is a charming upright perennial that produces clusters of violet-purple bell-shaped flowers in summer. It naturalizes beautifully in woodland edges, cottage gardens, and shaded borders, and is a reliable, long-lived perennial across a wide range of zones.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Hardiness zones: 3–9
• Mature height: 1–3 feet
• Spread: 1–3 feet
• Bloom time: Summer

What You’ll Receive

Well-rooted plants in 2.5" or 3.25" pots. Select your size and quantity above. The mature plants shown in our photos are significantly larger than what ships.

Shipping Restrictions

Cannot ship when temperatures are below 40°F or above 85°F. We cannot ship to: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Oregon, or Mississippi.

Our Guarantee

Every plant is guaranteed to arrive healthy. If something looks off upon delivery, message us with a photo — all plants are insured for transit issues. Once a healthy plant is in your hands, we’re happy to answer care questions, though we can’t be responsible for post-delivery care.