Balloon Seeds – Blue
Balloon Seeds – Blue Platycodon Perennial
Balloon Seeds – Blue Platycodon Perennial
Balloon Seeds – Blue Platycodon Perennial

Balloon Seeds – Flower Plant

Suitable for home gardening use
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Product description

Balloon Seeds

Balloon Flower is a flowering perennial valued for its distinctive balloon-shaped flower buds and star-shaped blooms. It is suitable for flower beds, borders, containers, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes where seasonal color and ornamental interest are desired.

Flowering Perennial
Unique Flower Buds
Container Suitable
Pollinator Friendly

Key Features

Balloon-Shaped Buds

Produces distinctive inflated flower buds before opening into blooms.

Long Seasonal Display

Provides attractive flowers throughout much of the growing season.

Compact Garden Growth

Suitable for borders, containers, and mixed garden plantings.

Pollinator Garden Value

Suitable for pollinator-friendly landscapes and ornamental displays.

Product Highlights

Flowering perennial plant
Distinctive balloon buds
Star-shaped blooms
Border planting suitable
Container gardening suitable
Pollinator garden suitable
Full sun to partial shade
Well-drained soil preferred

Specifications

Scientific Name Platycodon grandiflorus
Common Name Balloon Flower
Seed Type Flower Seed
Growth Habit Upright Flowering Perennial
USDA Zones 3–8
Planting Season Spring, Fall
Growing Season Spring Through Summer
Sowing Season Spring, Fall
Sowing Months March–May, September–October
Germination Time 14–28 Days
Germination Conditions 65–70°F (18–21°C)
Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Well-Drained Fertile Soil
Watering Moderate
Mature Size 18–30 in Tall × 12–18 in Wide
Plant Spacing 12–18 in Apart

Growing Guide

Step 1: Sow seeds on moist seed-starting soil and lightly press into place.
Step 2: Maintain temperatures between 65–70°F (18–21°C).
Step 3: Keep soil evenly moist during germination.
Step 4: Provide bright light once seedlings emerge.
Step 5: Transplant into containers or garden beds after establishment.

Suitable For Borders, Containers And Cottage Gardens

Balloon Flower is grown for its unique balloon-like flower buds and attractive blooms. It is suitable for flower beds, borders, containers, pollinator gardens, and cottage-style landscapes where long-lasting seasonal color is desired.