A mix of bell-shaped blooms, in white, blue and pink, open to reveal star-shaped flowers. From late May through June, these 15" tall beauties produce blooms that make perfect cut flowers. Plant several along a border for an amazing sight. #1 fieldgrown plants. Platycodon
Zones: 3-9 - Full sun to partial shade - Deer resistant
Product Details
Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus
Form: Herbaceous perennial
Sun Exposure: Partial Shade/Full Sun
Height/Habit: 18 - 24"
Spread: 8 - 12"
Spacing: 8 - 12"
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8
Foliage Type: Ovate to lance-shaped, toothed bluish green leaves.
Flower Form: Balloon like buds open to shallow, bell-shaped, blooms with pointed tips to each petal.
Flower Color: White, blue, pink
Flowering Date: mid to late summer
Planting Requirements: Make sure you have it planted where you want it, established plants dislike being disturbed.
Soil Requirements: Well drained, deep, light fertile, soil.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Unique Characteristics: Balloon shaped buds pop open to reveal star shaped blooms. This perennial grows in a nice compact clump. Suitable for many uses in your landscape, including the rock garden. Enjoy a mixture of blue, pink and white star shaped blooms from mid to late summer.