Balloon Flower Photos And Plant Information

-: Balloon Flower** (*Platycodon grandiflorus*) 🌸:-

-:Overview:-

- A hardy perennial known for its balloon-shaped flower buds that pop open into star-shaped blooms.

- Blooms in shades of **blue, purple, pink, and white.

- Grows well in temperate climates, great for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

-:🌱 Growing Conditions :-

| Requirement | Details                             |

       | Sunlight      | Full sun to partial shade           |

 | Soil        | Well-draining, fertile soil         |

                | Water       | Moderate — keep moist but not soggy |

| Height      | 12–24 inches tall                   |

          | Zone        | Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8             |

-:🌼 Care Tips :-

- 🌱 **Slow to emerge in spring — don’t mistakenly dig them up!

- ✂️ Deadhead to encourage continued blooming.

- 🌧️ Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

- 🪴 Dislikes transplanting due to deep taproot — plant where it’s meant to stay.

- 🧊 Winter hardy with minimal protection.

-: 🌟 Fun Facts :-

- Buds swell like  little balloons  before bursting open — a favorite for kids.

- Symbolizes  enduring love and honesty* in Korean & Japanese cultures.

- Also known as Chinese bellflower  and used in traditional herbal medicine.