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Platycodon grandiflorus-Astra Blue-Compact perennial with star-shaped blue flowers 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Platycodon grandiflorus-Astra Blue-Compact perennial with star-shaped blue flowers 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Blue'

Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Blue'

Description

Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Blue', commonly known as the Astra Blue Dwarf Balloon Flower, is a compact perennial known for its unique balloon-like buds that burst into star-shaped blue flowers. This charming plant adds a delightful pop of color to gardens and containers, making it a favorite among gardeners for its long-lasting blooms and easy maintenance.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for border fronts, rock gardens, and containers. Its compact size makes it suitable for small gardens and patios. It can also be used as a cut flower to add a touch of elegance to floral arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Blue'
  • Common Name Common Name: Astra Blue Dwarf Balloon Flower
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-12 inches tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Herbaceous perennial
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, with adequate light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Coreopsis, Salvia, and Echinacea

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil with good sunlight exposure.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
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