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Week 18 – April 28, 2024

Plant Information

Platycodon grandiflorum Sentimental Blue

  • Platycodon grandiflorum Sentimental Blue - Bloom
  • Platycodon grandiflorum Sentimental Blue - Container
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Platycodon grandiflorus

Common Name: Balloon Flower

Hardiness Zone: 3a - 8b

Hardiness Degree: -40°F (-40.0°C)

Blooming Season: Summer, Late Summer

Plant Habit: Mounded

Characteristics: Heat Tolerant

Water: Medium

Fertilize: None or when needed only

Spacing: 9 - 12" (23 - 30cm)

Height: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)

Width: 12 - 24" (30 - 61cm)

Exposure: Partial Sun

General Information: Large, exceptionally long-blooming flowers are ideal for rock gardens or a colorful display at garden’s edge. Remove faded flowers for best reblooming.

Grower Information:

Dwarf, compact variety produces purple-blue, 2-in. (5-cm), bell-shaped flowers atop green, oval and serrated leaves.