Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed'
Balloon Flower
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Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - Description
Puffy buds, like little balloons, open to star-shaped flowers until the first frost. Colors include blue, pink and white. Attractive for front to middle of the garden border.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - Blooming
Blooms clusters of large, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue and purple.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - 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.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - 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.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - Pest
Snails and slugs. Other issues include leaf spot and blight.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - Interesting facts
There is only one known species of Platycodon, native to Eastern Asia.
Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Mixed') - Soil and irrigation
Does best with average to rich, deep, loamy, well-drained soil that is kept moist.
