Species: Mountain Harebell (Campanula lasiocarpa)

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Mountain Harebell

Quick Facts
Latin

Campanula lasiocarpa

Subspecies

Mountain Harebell in Detail.
About

The plant typically grows to a height of 4-12 inches (10-30 cm), with hairy stems and leaves. The leaves are lanceolate or oblong in shape, with serrated edges and a hairy surface. The flowers are bell-shaped, with a diameter of about an inch (2-3 cm), and are usually blue-purple in color, although they can also be pink or white.

In Alaska, Campanula lasiocarpa typically blooms from mid-July to August, and its blue-purple flowers are an important source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. The plant is able to thrive in Alaska's harsh and variable climate, thanks to its ability to tolerate cold temperatures and adapt to changes in soil moisture levels. Commonly found in a variety of habitats, including tundra, rocky slopes, and meadows.

Campanula lasiocarpa is commonly grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries, and is valued for its attractive flowers and foliage. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, and is generally easy to grow and maintain. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

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