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Sentimental Blue Balloon Flower

Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue'

Category: Perennial • Flowering Plant

Discover the beauty of Sentimental Blue Balloon Flower with its stunning blue blooms and easy care.

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Mature Height: 12-24 inches

Mature Width: 12-18 inches

Bloom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 3-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Sentimental Blue Balloon Flower is a perennial plant known for its unique balloon-shaped buds that open into star-shaped blue flowers. It adds a charming touch to gardens and is easy to grow.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingpollinator garden

Special Features

Largeballoon-shaped budsattractive blue flowers

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to borders and attracting pollinators. Works well in cottage gardens.

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