Product Description
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Pop Star Blue' (10)ct Quarts
Common name: Balloon Flower
Pop Star Balloon Flower buds swell up before bursting open to reveal large star-shaped flowers with brilliant violet-blue petals. Easy to grow in moist well-drained organic soil. Ideal as a low border along garden beds, paths and walkways.
Hardiness Zones: 3a-9b
Flower Color: Violet-Blue
Flower Type: Balloon-shaped buds, Single Star shaped flowers
Flower Size: 2"
Flowering Period: All Summer
Full Sun to Part Shade (afternoon shade in hot climates)
Height: 6-8"
Width: 10-12"
Spacing: 12" apart for groupings; 24" apart for space between plants
Growth Habit / Form: Spreading Mound
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage Color: Grey-Green
Average Water Needs
Low Maintenance
Resistances: Deer, Disease, Humidity, Insect, Rabbits
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Pop Star Blue' is a delightful addition to any garden, bringing both charm and vibrant color. It's a dwarf variety of the balloon flower, known for its unique buds and captivating blue blooms.
Here's what makes it special:
- Playful Flower Buds: Just like other balloon flowers, 'Pop Star Blue' features puffy buds that resemble tiny balloons before opening into beautiful, star-shaped flowers.
- Vibrant Color: The flowers are a lovely shade of soft violet-blue, adding a cool and calming touch to the garden.
- Compact Growth: Reaching just 6-8 inches tall and wide, it's perfect for smaller gardens, rock gardens, or containers.
- Long Bloom Time: Enjoy the charming blooms from early to late summer.
- Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies are drawn to its nectar-rich flowers.
- Easy Care: It's a low-maintenance plant that's relatively pest and disease-free.
- Hardy: Suitable for zones 3-8, tolerating a wide range of temperatures.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun to part shade.
- Soil: Well-drained soil is essential. Amend heavy clay soil with compost or other organic matter.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during hot, dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
- Fertilizing: A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
- Deadheading: While not necessary, deadheading spent flowers can encourage more blooms.
- Support: Taller varieties of balloon flower might need staking, but 'Pop Star Blue' generally stands well on its own due to its compact size.
- Division: Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Why choose 'Pop Star Blue':
- Compact Habit: Ideal for small spaces and containers.
- Charming Flowers: The unique balloon-like buds and vibrant blue flowers add a touch of whimsy and color.
- Long-lasting Blooms: Enjoy the show for an extended period.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for.
If you're looking for a charming and easy-to-grow perennial with unique blue flowers, Platycodon grandiflorus 'Pop Star Blue' is a fantastic choice!
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
