American bellflower
About American bellflower
American bellflower is a super rare houseplant šæ that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive.
American bellflower belongs to the Campanulastrum genus, and is native to Eastern Canada to the Northern Central and Eastern United States.
Taxonomy
Campanulastrum americana
Campanulastrum
Campanulaceae
Asterales
Also known as
American bellflower and Campanulastrum americanum
How to care for American bellflower
Water
How often to water your American bellflower
every 9
American bellflower needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for American bellflower in your home
a window
American bellflower may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of American bellflower in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize American bellflower
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your American bellflower after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
American bellflower is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
American bellflower prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
American bellflower is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
American bellflower can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of American bellflower can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for American bellflower
American bellflower
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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