Balloon Flower Blue seeds

Balloon Flower Blue seeds

Overview

Balloon Flower Blue seeds is supplied for home growing. 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.

Key Features

• Platycodon grandiflorus.
• Use: Borders, cottage gardens, pots, containers and cut flowers
• 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.

Sowing Instructions

• 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.

Growing Conditions and Care

• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained garden soil

Product Details

• Plant type: Perennial flower
• Height: Approx. 40–60 cm
• Flower colour: Blue

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