Platycodon grandiflorus (Balloon Flower) is a long-lived perennial with single or double flowers in shades of blue, pink or white. Hardy in zones 3-9.
Start balloon flower seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun to part shade. Spacing 12".
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Hakone Blue' has deep blue, double flowers on tall stems. It blooms the first year from seed if started early indoors.
Double balloon flowers tend to produce single flowers as the season progresses, but they are still very beautiful. Platycodon grandiflorus is drought tolerant and deer resistant .
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Hakone White' is an elegant balloon flower with pure white, double flowers from midsummer to fall. It goes with nearly everything in the garden, and it's perfect for cutting .
Balloon Flower plants are late to appear in the spring, so avoid digging around the area where they are planted until the foliage emerges.
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Mariesii' is an heirloom variety with large, blue flowers on tall stems. It begins blooming in June and continues into autumn.
Balloon flower is a versatile plant that looks good in formal perennial borders, wildflower gardens, cottage gardens , and landscaping with ornamental grasses . Hardy in zones 3-9.
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Mother of Pearl' is a rare balloon flower. It has large, pale pink flowers with deeper pink veins. The bushy plants are very floriferous, and the long-stemmed flowers are great for cutting.
Also known as Platycodon grandiflorus 'Perlmutterschale'. Hardy in zones 3-9.