Alpine Snowbell
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(Soldanella alpina)
Alpine Snowbell (Soldanella alpina)
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Michel Michellod
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Photo by: Michel Michellod | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Attribution: Michel Michellod (cc-by-sa) | Rights Holder: Michel Michellod | Publisher: PlantNet | Date Created: 2019-08-06T16:53:04.998Z | Title: Soldanella alpina L.: flower | Notes: Soldanella alpina L.: habit |
Summary
Soldanella alpina, commonly known as Alpine Snowbell, is an evergreen perennial herb native to the high mountain ranges of Central and Southern Europe, including the Alps and the Carpathians. It thrives in alpine meadows and moist, grassy slopes, often near the snowline, where it forms part of the unique montane ecology. This diminutive plant typically reaches a height and width of 0.3-0.4 feet (0.09-0.1 meters), forming low, compact mounds. Alpine Snowbell is characterized by its charming, nodding, bell-shaped purple flowers that bloom in the spring, adding a delicate touch to rock gardens and alpine collections.
The plant is valued for its early spring flowers and its ability to thrive in cool, moist conditions, making it a suitable choice for rockeries, woodland gardens, and areas with similar microclimates. It prefers partial shade to full sun, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and well-drained, humus-rich soil. While generally low-maintenance, it may require protection from excessive winter wetness and is best suited to regions with cool summers. Alpine Snowbell is not commonly associated with serious diseases or pests, but slugs can sometimes be a problem in very moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
The plant is valued for its early spring flowers and its ability to thrive in cool, moist conditions, making it a suitable choice for rockeries, woodland gardens, and areas with similar microclimates. It prefers partial shade to full sun, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and well-drained, humus-rich soil. While generally low-maintenance, it may require protection from excessive winter wetness and is best suited to regions with cool summers. Alpine Snowbell is not commonly associated with serious diseases or pests, but slugs can sometimes be a problem in very moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.3-0.4 feet
- Width: 0.3-0.4 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to alpine meadows and moist, grassy slopes, often near the snowline in high mountain ranges of Central and Southern Europe
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Blue Moonwort
GBIF Accepted Name: Soldanella alpina L.