Balloon Seeds – Flower Plant
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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.
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
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
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.