A compact and vigorous bellflower, Campanula portenschlagiana ‘Get Mee Blue’ is smothered in starry, violet-blue flowers from late spring into autumn. With a trailing, spreading habit, it’s perfect for softening the edges of pots, rockeries, low walls, and ground cover in borders. This variety is specially bred for a longer flowering season and is ideal in both sun and partial shade.
Campanula portenschlagiana ‘Get Mee Blue’, commonly known as Dalmatian Bellflower, is a reliable, low-growing perennial with excellent garden performance and pollinator appeal.
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Perennial
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Trailing, Semi-evergreen, Long-flowering
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Flowers: May – September
Foliage: March – November (may remain evergreen in mild winters)
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Scientific Name
Campanula portenschlagiana ‘Get Mee Blue’ (named after 19th-century botanist Franz von Portenschlag-Ledermayer; campanula means ‘little bell’ in Latin)
Common Name
Dalmatian Bellflower, Bellflower, Get Mee Bellflower
Origin
Native to the Dalmatian mountains of Croatia; this cultivar bred for extended flowering and compact form
Pruning Tips
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to extend blooming. Trim back after flowering if needed to maintain shape and encourage a second flush
Wildlife Value
Loved by bees and other pollinators – its open, accessible flowers are great for smaller insects
Positioning
Full sun to partial shade. Excellent for pots, wall crevices, gravel gardens, and border edging
Water
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in containers. Prefers evenly moist but not waterlogged soil
Soil
Moist but well-drained soil – tolerates a wide range of conditions, including slightly alkaline or chalky soils
Food
Feed monthly during flowering with a balanced liquid fertiliser, especially if grown in containers
Pet-safe
Generally considered non-toxic to pets
Sprouts Top Tips
A great choice for creating a cottage-garden feel in small spaces – plant near paths or seating areas where you can enjoy its colour and the hum of visiting bees.
