1000 Seed Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus Bonsai Blue Flower

Balloon flower plants are very hardy perennials that can withstand periods of drought, and they are rarely bothered by disease or insect problems making them virtually a maintenance-free perennial.

Midsummer blooming perennial that forms interesting balloon-like buds ,Upright compact dark green foliage which produces an abundance of large blue to purple star-shaped flowers throughout late spring and summer.

In temperate and cool climates the foliage will die back entirely over winter months and re-shoot from the base in late spring. Also known as “Chinese bell flower”. Has a history of medicinal and culinary us.

Seed requires sunlight to germinate, so do not cover the flower seed with soil. Just lightly pat them into the soil so good contact is made and water lightly.Keep moist until germination. Zones: 4-9 . germination is in 21-30 days. Seedlings are fragile, must be handled with care.