A great foliage that can be monochromatic, multicolored and even patterned. The bellflowers on the panicle-like inflorescences are also visually pleasing. The only question that arises is whether the purple bell is completely harmless?
Is the purple bell poisonous?
The purple bell is completely non-toxic to humans and animals and poses no danger. However, it is also not suitable for consumption. This perennial is characterized by its evergreen, palmate foliage and bell-shaped flower spikes.
Non-toxic – for humans and animals
The only danger here is that you might fall in love with this perennial and won't be able to get enough of it. The purple bell is completely non-poisonous. This applies to both people and animals. But it is also not suitable for consumption.
You can recognize this non-toxic and easy-to-cut perennial by the following features:
- evergreen
- low stature
- large, hand-shaped foliage
- from May/June long flower stalks shoot up
- Flower panicles with numerous bell-shaped individual flowers
- white, purple or pink flowers depending on the variety
Tip
The inflorescences with stems can even serve as cut flowers for the vase.
