Platycodon Grandiflorus (Balloon Flower)

Add a touch of elegance and calm charm to your balcony, windowsill, or indoor corner with our beautiful Platycodon Grandiflorus. Famous for its unique balloon-shaped buds that gently open into starry blooms, this seasonal flowering plant brings a refreshing, minimalist beauty that fits perfectly into modern Hong Kong homes.

Key Features

• Unique Balloon Buds: Distinctive inflated buds that slowly open into star-shaped flowers.

• Seasonal Bloomer: Blooms generously during late spring to summer.

• Compact & Stylish: Ideal for small spaces, desktops, and balconies.

• Elegant Colors: Typically blooms in soft blue, purple, or white tones.

• Beginner-Friendly: Easy to care for and well-suited to Hong Kong’s climate.

• Ready to Enjoy: Delivered in bud or early bloom stage for lasting enjoyment.

• Common Name: Balloon Flower

• Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorus

• Pot Size: Width 12 cm × Height 10 cm (ceramic/plastic pot)

• Plant Height (excluding pot): Approx. 20–40 cm

• Total Height with Pot: ~30–50 cm

• Flowering Season: Late Spring – Summer

• Recommended Placement: Bright balcony, windowsill, or well-lit indoor area with good air circulation

Care Tips (Newbie-Friendly)

• Sunlight: Bright indirect light or gentle morning sun (4–6 hours daily).

• Watering: Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering.

• Fertilizer: Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced flowering plant fertilizer during blooming season.

• Maintenance: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and keep the plant tidy.