{"product_id":"pecc0769-redcrocus","title":"RedCrocus Astra Mix Balloon Flower - Vibrant Blue, Pink, White, Hardy Perennial, Butterfly \u0026 Pollinator Attractant, Garden Border \u0026 Container Plant  2 Gallon","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .plant-container {\n    font-family: inherit;\n  }\n\n  .plant-container ul {\n    list-style: none;\n    padding-left: 0;\n    margin-left: 0;\n  }\n\n  .plant-container li {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    padding-left: 0;\n  }\n\n  .plant-container img {\n    width: 24px;\n    height: auto;\n    margin-right: 10px;\n    vertical-align: middle;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"plant-container\"\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eAstra Mix' Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Mix' Blue, Pink, White\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section plant-description\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Astra Mix' Balloon Flower is a compact perennial featuring vibrant, showy balloon-shaped buds that open into star-shaped blooms in shades of blue, pink, and white. This hardy plant adds color and texture to borders and garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section suggested-uses\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSuggested Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIdeal for flower beds, borders, rock gardens, and containers. It attracts pollinators and provides a beautiful focal point in landscape designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section plant-details\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/botanical_name.png\"\u003e Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Mix'\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/common_name.png\"\u003e Common Name: Astra Mix Balloon Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/size_growth.png\"\u003e Size \u0026amp; Growth: 12-18 inches tall, spreading up to 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/hardiness_zones.png\"\u003e Hardiness Zones: 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/foliage_type.png\"\u003e Foliage Type: Deciduous, ovate green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/bloom_time.png\"\u003e Bloom Time: Summer to early Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/growth_rate.png\"\u003e Growth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/light_requirements.png\"\u003e Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/attracts_pollinators.png\"\u003e Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/indoor_friendly.png\"\u003e Indoor Friendly: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/container_friendly.png\"\u003e Container Friendly: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/deer_resistant.png\"\u003e Deer Resistant: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/pet_warning.png\"\u003e Pet Warning: Keep away from pets if sensitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/fragrant.png\"\u003e Fragrant: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/cut_flower.png\"\u003e Cut Flower: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/grows_well_with.png\"\u003e Grows Well With: Lavender, Salvia, Echinacea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section plant-care\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/planting_instructions.png\"\u003e Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space plants 12 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/soil_moisture.png\"\u003e Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/soil_type.png\"\u003e Soil Type: Loamy or sandy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/humidity.png\"\u003e Humidity: Average garden humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/pruning_instructions.png\"\u003e Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/winter_care.png\"\u003e Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones, cut back in fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/planting_depth.png\"\u003e Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/fertilization.png\"\u003e Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5806\/8809\/files\/special_care.png\"\u003e Special Care: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- weekly_catalog_preorder:v1 --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"weekly-catalog-preorder-notice\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is available for preorder and is expected to ship after June 2026. 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