balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus)
Balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus) is a perennial known for its inflated flower buds that pop open into star-shaped, blue to purple blooms.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained loam
Temperature
Moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, tolerates light shade.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained loam
Moderate
Thrives in average room temperatures (18-24°C) and is hardy to cold winters.
Outdoor
Light
Feed in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid overfeeding.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.6 to 0.9 m
Spread
0.3 to 0.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Ovate to lanceolate
Flower Size
5 to 8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyCampanulaceae
- genusPlatycodon
- speciesPlatycodon grandiflorus
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Non-toxic