Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) Edraianthus pumilio
Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) (Edraianthus pumilio) is an evergreen perennial flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family, native to Limestone of the Biokovo mountains, Dalmatia, Croatia. It grows 3–6 cm (1–2 in) tall and 10–20 cm (4–8 in) wide, wants full sun and low water, and is hardy to about -25 °C (-13 °F). Space plants about 12 cm (5 in) apart.
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Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) at a glance
| Type | Perennial flowering plant, evergreen |
|---|---|
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Mature height | 3–6 cm (1–2 in) |
| Mature spread | 10–20 cm (4–8 in) |
| Spacing | 12 cm (5 in) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 7 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Low; drought tolerance high, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 6.5–8.5 |
| Cold hardiness | About -25 °C (-13 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 5) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 30 °C (86 °F) |
| Flowering | from about May for 3–5 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones) |
| Wind tolerance | Moderate |
| Pollinator value | Moderate |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Limestone of the Biokovo mountains, Dalmatia, Croatia |
| Common in gardens of | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇫🇷 France, 🇮🇹 Italy |
Is Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not known to be toxic
- Dogs: not known to be toxic
Not known to be poisonous.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and low water.
Questions about Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus)
- How far apart should I plant Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus)?
- About 12 cm (5 in) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 10–20 cm (4–8 in).
- Does Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 7 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) need?
- Low water. Drought tolerance is high and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus)?
- It tolerates about -25 °C (-13 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 5.
- When does Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) flower?
- From about May for 3–5 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones).
- Is Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not known to be toxic; for dogs not known to be toxic; for people not known to be toxic. Not known to be poisonous.
- What grows well with Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Dwarf grassy bells (edraianthus). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (low).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade A (A: strong evidence).
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- Alpine Garden Society Encyclopaedia of Alpines and plant portraits, Alpine Garden Society, Pershore (UK)
Notes and assumptions
- A rock-garden plant: give it gritty, very free-draining soil, full light and a collar of gravel around the neck; winter wet kills it far more often than cold.
- A tiny silver-grey hummock of needle-like leaves almost hidden in early summer by upturned violet-blue bells sitting right on the cushion. A jewel for a trough or tufa.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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