Phyteuma scheuchzeri - P13

Description
The Oxford rampion (Phyteuma scheuchzeri) is an upright perennial that produces blue flowers from June to July. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose, sandy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 30 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Oxford rampion is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Frost hardiness
The Oxford rampion has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Phyteuma scheuchzeri forms blue flowers from June.

Use
Solitary, group planting, rock garden, bee pasture, perennial border