bellflower 'Bernice'

Any fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade. The flower colour is best in shade

Cut back after flowering to prevent seeding and to encourage a second flush of flowers

Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in spring. Though cultivars may not come true from seed. Divide in spring or autumn. Take softwood stem-tip cuttings from new growth after flowering

Vulnerable to slugs and snails

Powdery mildew and rust may be problematic