Platycodon grandiflorus Fuji Blue
Available late May
Balloon Flower
Platycodon 'Fuji Blue' features interesting balloon-like buds that burst open into large star shaped deep blue flowers. 'Fuji Blue' is a very reliable bloomer that is pest and disease free.
- Height: 45-51 cm (18-20 in)
- Spread: 30-45 cm (12-18 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 3-8
- Sun or Shade: minimum 4 hours of direct sun
- Bloom Time: mid summer to fall
- Leaf Colour: green
- Bloom Colour: blue
- Critter Resistance: deer
- Nature Attraction: bees
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grow Platycodon in average well drained soil in sun to partial shade. It is tap rooted so it resents disturbance and is difficult to divide. It is generally carefree and easy to grow. It is late to emerge so mark it clearly to avoid damaging the underground shoots in spring clean up. If staking is required a few branched twigs placed into the soil as support works well and is not obvious.
Specials
New for 2020