Balloon Flower – Tall Blue Seeds – Platycodon grandiflorus

Balloon Flower – Tall Blue Seeds – Platycodon grandiflorus

The Balloon Flower – Tall Blue is a beautiful perennial that produces large, star-shaped blue flowers on tall, sturdy stems. The unique flowers begin as balloon-like buds that "pop" open to reveal vibrant, blue blossoms. This striking plant grows up to 75cm tall and is perfect for adding vertical interest to garden beds, borders, or containers. Balloon Flowers are easy to grow and are ideal for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Each packet contains 75 seeds.

Planting Instructions:

Sowing Time: Spring (after last frost)

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

Sowing Depth: 2-3mm deep

Spacing: 30-40cm apart

Germination Time: 10-14 days

Flowering Time: 10-12 weeks from sowing

Growing Tips:

Keep soil consistently moist during germination, but avoid waterlogging.

Balloon Flowers prefer cooler temperatures and will thrive in partial shade in warmer climates.

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance.

Great for adding a unique, textured element to garden beds, borders, or containers.

Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators to your garden.