Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue'
Korean Bellflower
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Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Description
Easy-to-grow dwarf plant. Pair with Artemisias, or pink, white, lavender or yellow flowers in border fronts. Likes dry, sandy soil.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Blooming
Blooms clusters of large, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue and purple.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Growth
Perennials. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Stems may need support in the early stages. Platycodon works well in rock garden or along a border. The flowers are suitable for cutting. Established plants don't tolerate disturbance.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Planting
Sow seeds in springs. To get a head start, plant seeds indoors in a well-lighted area about 8 weeks before last expected heavy spring frost. Can also propagate by division in early summer.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Pest
Snails and slugs. Other issues include leaf spot and blight.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Interesting facts
There is only one known species of Platycodon, native to Eastern Asia.
Korean Bellflower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue') - Soil and irrigation
Does best with average to rich, deep, loamy, well-drained soil that is kept moist.
