Dhara Seeds
Pink Astra Balloon Flower Rare Perennial Seeds for Home & Garden
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Growing Instructions
Pink Astra Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus) is a rare perennial ornamental plant prized for its balloon-shaped buds that open into vivid pink star-shaped flowers. Perfect for home gardens, decorative borders, container planting, and potted displays, this unique variety adds elegance, color, and long-lasting beauty to any garden. Low-maintenance and hardy, Pink Astra Balloon Flowers are excellent for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features:
- Vibrant Pink Blooms: Eye-catching star-shaped flowers perfect for home gardens, borders, and containers.
- Rare Perennial Variety: Returns annually, providing long-lasting ornamental beauty.
- Ornamental Value: Ideal for patios, container planting, garden beds, and decorative landscaping.
- Low Maintenance: Hardy and adaptable to various soil and light conditions.
- Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, promoting a lively garden ecosystem.
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Platycodon grandiflorus
- Common Name: Balloon Flower
- Variety: Pink Astra / Rare Perennial
- Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
- Germination Time: 14–21 days
- Optimal Temperature: 65–75°F (18–24°C)
- Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Planting Season: Spring
- Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
- Mature Height: 12–36 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
- Ideal For: Home gardens, garden beds, container planting, decorative borders, patios
Planting Guide:
- Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-draining seed trays or pots.
- Maintain consistent soil moisture and temperatures of 65–75°F for germination (14–21 days).
- Transplant seedlings to garden beds or containers once established, spacing 12–18 inches apart.
- Provide full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering.
- Fertilize lightly every 2–3 weeks during the growing season to encourage strong, vibrant blooms.
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous flowering and maintain plant health.
- Perfect for borders, container planting, and adding rare color to home gardens.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.