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RedCrocus Astra Mix Balloon Flower- Vibrant Blooms for Gardens & Containers, Pollinator-Friendly, Hardy Perennial, Easy Care, Decorative Border Plant 2 Gallon

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This item is available for preorder and is expected to ship after June 2026. Orders placed now reserve inventory and will be fulfilled once the plant becomes available.

RedCrocus Astra Mix Balloon Flower- Vibrant Blooms for Gardens & Containers, Pollinator-Friendly, Hardy Perennial, Easy Care, Decorative Border Plant 2 Gallon

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SKU:pecc0769-redcrocus

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Astra Mix' Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Mix' Blue, Pink, White

Description

This vibrant hybrid features balloon-shaped buds that open into charming, colorful flowers. Its compact growth makes it ideal for borders and containers, providing long-lasting blooms from early summer to fall.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for garden borders, flower beds, containers, and mixed perennial plantings. Its striking flowers also attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Mix'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Astra Mix Balloon Flower
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: 1-2 feet tall with mounding habit
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: None
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other perennials, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, 1-2 inches deep, after the last frost.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Average garden humidity preferred.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer in spring.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Provide support for taller varieties if needed.
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