Balloon Flower Blue seeds

Balloon Flower Blue

Platycodon grandiflorus

Balloon Flower Blue is a beautiful perennial plant with striking blue, star-shaped flowers that open from unique balloon-like buds. It is a charming choice for sunny borders, cottage gardens, patio containers and pollinator-friendly planting.

Plant Details

Plant type: Perennial flower
Height: Approx. 40–60 cm
Flower colour: Blue
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained garden soil
Use: Borders, cottage gardens, pots, containers and cut flowers

Growing Information

Sow seeds indoors from February to April in trays or pots. Press the seeds lightly onto the surface of moist compost and cover very lightly, as they need some light to germinate. Keep warm and moist until seedlings appear.

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle and plant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed. Balloon Flowers prefer a sunny or lightly shaded position with well-drained soil. Once established, they are hardy and easy to care for.

Why You’ll Love It

Balloon Flower Blue brings a lovely splash of colour to summer borders. The unusual balloon-shaped buds make it eye-catching before the flowers even open, while the blue star-shaped blooms are beautiful in garden displays and cut flower arrangements.