Dalmatian bellflower is a mat forming perennial, growing about 6 to 12 inches tall, and 1 to 2 feet wide (though in time, it may spread wider). It has finely textured, dark green leaves that are covered by purple-blue, open bell-shaped flowers mid- to late summer. This bellflower tolerates drier soils and more shade than some of the others, and so is a fine addition to shadier, but drier rock gardens, the edges of perennial borders, and parkstrips.
Grow in full sun to part shade, in well drained, loamy garden soil. Manages with very little water when sheltered from mid day sun. After blooming, you can snip away about a third of the plant, if you'd like a tidier appearance. Otherwise, cut back in late winter to early spring, as new growth emerges.