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RedCrocus Astra White Balloon Flower- Perennial, Pollinator Attracting, Pet-Friendly Plant for Garden or Containers, Bright White Blooms, Hardy Zones 4-8 2 Gallon

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RedCrocus Astra White Balloon Flower- Perennial, Pollinator Attracting, Pet-Friendly Plant for Garden or Containers, Bright White Blooms, Hardy Zones 4-8 2 Gallon

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SKU:pecc0446-redcrocus

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Astra White' Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra White'

Description

Astra White' Balloon Flower is a perennial ornamental plant known for its unique balloon-shaped buds that open into star-shaped white flowers. It features bushy growth with lush foliage, making it a charming addition to gardens.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for border plantings, rock gardens, container arrangements, and cottage-style landscapes. Its striking flowers attract pollinators, adding vibrancy to outdoor spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Astra White' Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra White'
  • Common Name: Astra White' Balloon Flower
  • Size & Growth: Reaches 12-18 inches in height, with a bushy, compact habit.
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, mid-green, ovate leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late Spring to Summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for pots with proper drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes, blooms are suitable for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Hostas, daylilies, and sedum

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil, 1-2 inches deep, in full sun to partial shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity: Average indoor humidity acceptable; outdoors, moderate humidity preferred.
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain shape.
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; plant is hardy to zone 4.
  • Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep in the soil or as indicated on planting instructions.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer for optimal growth.
  • Special Care: Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot; deadhead flowers for extended bloom period.
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