Enjoy the beauty of Platycodon Grandiflorus Sentimental Blue! Grown in quart pots, this prolific bloomer is pest and disease-free. Perfect for growing zones 3-8.
Platycodon Grandiflorus Sentimental Blue
Platycodon grandiflorus Sentimental Blue, also known as Balloon Flower, is a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial plant. It is known for its large, balloon-shaped buds that open into bell-shaped blue flowers. The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer and can last for several weeks.
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Sentimental Blue is a relatively compact plant, growing to about 18 inches tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of drought and poor soil conditions.
Sentimental Blue is a low-maintenance plant. It requires very little water, especially once established. It is also relatively pest and disease free. However, it is important to remove any dead or diseased foliage to prevent the spread of disease.
Sentimental Blue is a beautiful and versatile plant that is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, and containers. It is also attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Here are some tips for growing and caring for Platycodon grandiflorus Sentimental Blue:
- Plant in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote rebloom.
- Divide every few years to maintain vigor.
Enjoy the beautiful blue blooms of Platycodon grandiflorus Sentimental Blue in your garden!
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
