Harebell (Campanula rotundifolia) is a circumboreal species found in various regions across the Northern Hemisphere. In North America, it can be found in meadows, open woodlands, and rocky slopes, spanning from Alaska and Canada down to the southern United States. Harebell is also found throughout Europe and Asia, where it inhabits similar grasslands and rocky environments. The delicate, bell-shaped flowers, ranging from pale blue to violet, adorn the slender stems with grass-like leaves and give the plant a graceful appearance. Harebell also provides visual interest throughout the year, as its basal rosettes of rounded leaves remain green even in winter.
 
Harebell typically blooms from early summer to mid-fall, with its peak bloom season occurring from July to September. The blooms attract various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, with their nectar-filled flowers. Harebell has a rich cultural history and holds symbolic meanings in various folklore and traditions. In Scotland, it is associated with fairies and is often depicted in poetry and art as a magical and ethereal flower.
 
Harebell thrives in well-drained soils ranging from sand to loam. It has adapted to different soil types, including nutrient-poor soils, making it suitable for various settings. Surface sow the seeds in early spring on well-draining seedling mix and water gently to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination occurs, which usually takes around 2 to 3 weeks. If germination is poor, a 30-60 day period of moist cold stratification or fall sowing may improve success.