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Balloon Flower seeds for Planting Easy to Grow Heirloom & GMO Free Seeds for Home Garden

Balloon Flower seeds for Planting Easy to Grow Heirloom & GMO Free Seeds for Home Garden

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Add a whimsical touch to your garden with Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus), an heirloom perennial known for its balloon-shaped buds that open into star-like blossoms. This easy-to-grow flower thrives in garden beds, borders, and containers, providing long-lasting blooms with minimal care. Its vibrant colors and unique bud formation make it a favorite among gardeners.

Features & Specifications:

  • Plant Type: Balloon Flower (Heirloom Perennial)

  • Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination

  • Growth Habit: Upright, clumping perennial

  • Height: 45–90 cm (mature plant)

  • Flower Color: Blue, pink, or white

  • Blooming Season: Summer (July to September)

  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

  • Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil

  • Water Requirements: Moderate; avoid waterlogging

  • Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required

  • Unique Feature: Balloon-shaped buds that open into star-shaped flowers

Planting & Sowing Instructions:

  1. Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 4–6 hours before sowing to improve germination.

  2. Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil.

  3. Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C for optimal germination.

  4. Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.

  5. Germination Time: 10–20 days under ideal conditions.

  6. Transplanting: Space seedlings 30–40 cm apart in garden beds, borders, or containers.

  7. Care: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

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