Platycodon grandiflorus 'Mother of Pearl'

Balloon Flower

$3.75

50 seeds

Platycodon 'Mother of Pearl' is a rare balloon flower that has large, pale pink flowers with deeper pink veins. The bushy plants are very floriferous, and the long-stemmed flowers are great for cutting.

Balloon flowers are long-lived, reliable perennials once they are established. They bloom the first year from seed if started early indoors.

Also known as Platycodon grandiflorus 'Perlmutterschale'. Deer-resistant.

Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Height: 24"

Spacing: 12"

Light: Full sun to part shade

Sowing Platycodon grandiflorus Seeds

Start seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.

Home-grown seeds.