Harebell is a charming and delicate native perennial wildflower, widely recognised for its dainty, bell-shaped blue-violet flowers that gently nod on slender stems. Often called the “bluebell of Scotland,” Harebell is found on dry grasslands, heathlands, and open meadows across the UK. Its graceful form and soft colour add an elegant touch to wildflower meadows, banks, rockeries, and garden edges.
This species is ideal for nutrient-poor, well-drained soils, and thrives in sunny or lightly shaded areas. Its tolerance of dry, low-fertility conditions makes it a perfect fit for conservation areas, nature recovery schemes, and pollinator-focused planting, especially on poor soils and upland sites.
John Chambers Wildflower Seeds carefully sources and processes Harebell seed to ensure native provenance and high-quality establishment, trusted by landscape professionals and conservation groups across the UK.
Features & Benefits
Iconic, bell-shaped blue flowers from mid to late summer
Ideal for dry, low-nutrient soils – perfect for upland and chalky sites
Excellent nectar source for bees and pollinators
Adds elegance and biodiversity to naturalistic planting schemes
UK native – suitable for rewilding and restoration projects
Proven seed quality from a leading wildflower supplier
Latin Name:
Campanula rotundifolia
Flowering Time:
July – September
Flowering Height:
15 – 30 cm
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Wildflower Seed Approximate Sowing Rate:
0.25kg per acre (0.6kg per hectare)
Sowing Times:
Spring (March – May) or Autumn (September – October)
How to Sow & Preparation
Choose a sunny or partially shaded site with dry, well-drained soils.
Remove existing vegetation and lightly cultivate the soil to create a fine, firm seedbed.
Broadcast the seed evenly by hand or with a spreader – do not cover deeply.
Lightly roll or press the seed into the surface to ensure soil contact.
Avoid high fertility soils and mulch; manage for low competition during establishment.
Water in dry conditions but avoid over-watering.
About John Chambers Wildflower Seeds
John Chambers Wildflower Seeds has been a trusted supplier of native UK wildflower seed for over 35 years. With a commitment to sustainability and biodiversity, John Chambers works with landscape architects, contractors, councils, and ecologists to deliver high-quality, provenance-assured wildflower seed for meadows, verges, parks, gardens, and restoration schemes.

Attribute Detail
Latin Name Campanula rotundifolia
Flowering Time July – September
Flowering Height 15 – 30 cm
Life Cycle Perennial
Sowing Rate 0.25kg per acre (0.6kg per hectare)
Sowing Period Spring or Autumn
Preferred Conditions Dry, well-drained, low fertility soils
Pollinator Friendly Yes
Minimum Order Quantity 100g
Suitable For Wildflower meadows, rockeries, verges, upland sites, restoration areas, gardens