Troubleshooting
Peach-leaved Bellflower 'Chettle Charm' problems — and how to fix them
Peach-leaved Bellflower 'Chettle Charm' (Campanula persicifolia) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Powdery mildew
Common on foliage in dry summers. Improve air flow; remove and compost badly affected leaves.
Slug and snail damage
Basal rosettes and young spring growth are vulnerable. Beer traps and barriers help in spring.
Floppy stems
Tall flower spikes may topple in wind. Use grow-through supports or twiggy sticks placed early.
Short flowering period without deadheading
Remove spent flowers promptly to stimulate a second flush and extend the season.
Excessive self-seeding
Can colonise borders vigorously. Deadhead consistently if spread is unwanted.
Prevent peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' problems before they start
Most peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Peach-leaved Bellflower 'Chettle Charm' problems — FAQ
Why is my peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' powdery mildew?
Common on foliage in dry summers. Improve air flow; remove and compost badly affected leaves.
Why is my peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' slug and snail damage?
Basal rosettes and young spring growth are vulnerable. Beer traps and barriers help in spring.
Why is my peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' floppy stems?
Tall flower spikes may topple in wind. Use grow-through supports or twiggy sticks placed early.
Why is my peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' short flowering period without deadheading?
Remove spent flowers promptly to stimulate a second flush and extend the season.
Why is my peach-leaved bellflower 'chettle charm' excessive self-seeding?
Can colonise borders vigorously. Deadhead consistently if spread is unwanted.