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Genus: Campanula Species: lactiflora Common Name: Milky Bellflower Family: Campanulaceae + Lobeliaceae Order: Asterales Native: Caucasus Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 2 to 5 feet Width: 0.5 to 1 foot Flowering Season: Summer and Fall Flower Color: Blue, pink or white Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 5-7 Alternate species: C. latifolia Note: This plant is suitable for perennial borders and produces good cut flowers. Some cultivars are recommended for rock gardens. Flowering is significantly reduced where the night temperature consistently exceeds 70-75 F. Monitor plant for snails and slugs. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, moderately organic-rich soil.