How much sun does Bedstraw Bellflower need?

Bedstraw Bellflower grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Bedstraw Bellflower bloom?

Bedstraw Bellflower blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Bedstraw Bellflower native?

Bedstraw Bellflower (Campanula aparinoides) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

Is Bedstraw Bellflower toxic to livestock?

The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Bedstraw Bellflower as toxic to livestock.

What pollinators does Bedstraw Bellflower attract?

Bedstraw Bellflower draws bees and butterflies.

Is Bedstraw Bellflower HOA-friendly?

Bedstraw Bellflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bedstraw Bellflower

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Campanula aparinoides

Last reviewed: July 2026

The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Bedstraw Bellflower as toxic to livestock.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–48" H × 12"–36" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

Bedstraw bellflower is a sprawling native vine that produces small white bell-shaped flowers from June through August. This delicate perennial has a loose, trailing growth habit and prefers partially sunny locations with average moisture.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bedstraw Bellflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Sprawling vine habit appears messy and uncontrolled
Can look weedy and unkempt throughout growing season
Lacks the structured appearance expected in maintained landscapes

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. Its sprawling habit can provide ground cover and shelter for small wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Bedstraw Bellflower need?: Bedstraw Bellflower grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Bedstraw Bellflower bloom?: Bedstraw Bellflower blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Bedstraw Bellflower native?: Bedstraw Bellflower (Campanula aparinoides) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 30 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Bedstraw Bellflower toxic to livestock?: The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Bedstraw Bellflower as toxic to livestock.
What pollinators does Bedstraw Bellflower attract?: Bedstraw Bellflower draws bees and butterflies.
Is Bedstraw Bellflower HOA-friendly?: Bedstraw Bellflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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