Balloon | Flower

Deadheading (removing spent flowers) encourages continued blooming. Note that they are late to emerge in spring, so mark their location to avoid damage.

Because they develop a thick taproot, they do not like to be moved or divided once planted. Usage in Landscaping & Culture Garden Use: Ideal for perennial borders and rock gardens. balloon flower

Needs consistent moisture but is tolerant of varying conditions once established. Usage in Landscaping & Culture Garden Use: Ideal

The plants have bluish-green, serrated leaves and typically grow in clumps from 1 to 2 feet tall. The Balloon Flower ( Platycodon grandiflorus ) is

The Balloon Flower ( Platycodon grandiflorus ) is a charming, low-maintenance herbaceous perennial favored for its whimsical, inflated buds that resemble hot air balloons before bursting into star-shaped flowers. Native to East Asia, it is a long-lived addition to borders, rock gardens, and containers, bringing vibrant color from early to late summer.