Chimney Bellflower (Campanula pyramidalis)

Family: Campanulaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Campanula pyramidalis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild slightly sweet flavour. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; A mild slightly sweet flavour.; A nice decorative addition to salads, the flowers have a pleasant sweet flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Naturalized on walls in southern England and the Channel Islands. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)