Harebell
Campanula rotundifolia
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
Year-round. Flowers June to September.
Best time of day
Any. That blue bell.
Lake District
Grassland. Heath. Throughout the Lakes. That blue bell. Delicate. June to September. Common. Scottish bluebell. Not the woodland one.
UK population
Widespread. Common.
Overview
Harebells are the Scottish bluebell. That blue bell. Delicate. Grassland. Heath. Throughout the Lakes. June to September. Common. Not the woodland bluebell. Different plant.
At a Glance
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Habitat | Grassland · Heath · Moorland edge |
| UK population | Widespread. Common. |
| Lake District | Grassland. Heath. Throughout the Lakes. That blue bell. Delicate. June to September. Common. Scottish bluebell. Not the woodland one. |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Grassland, heath. Throughout the Lakes. That blue bell. Delicate. Common.
Identification
Blue bell. Delicate. Grassland. Not woodland bluebell. Scottish bluebell.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Grassland. Heath. That blue bell. June to September. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.