Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower)

Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple star-shaped flower with pointed petals.

Botanical name: Platycodon grandiflorus

Common names: Chinese Bellflower, Balloon Flower

Family: Campanulaceae

Origin: East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 3-9

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

The name Ballon Flower is based on the unopened flower buds which look like little balloons.

Good for the Rock garden, border or as a ground cover.


Image gallery: 12 images
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with five distinct pointed petal lobes visible.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower with five star-like pointed petals above green foliage.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with star shaped center on green background
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower with five distinct petals and white star shaped center.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with five distinct star shaped pointed petals
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple star shaped flower among deep green foliage and pointed leaves
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up showing five petals and white stamens
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple star-shaped flower with white centers and distinct veining on petals
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with green leaves and small buds
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple star-shaped flowers nestled among green foliage and small round buds
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with five distinct star shaped petals
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower with five points on green foliage background
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) pale pink flower close up with darker purple veins
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) pale pink star shaped flower with darker veins throughout petals
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with green leaves and red nearby accent
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) open star shaped purple flower amidst green leaves and red accent
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) pale pink flower close up with green buds and leaves
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) pale pink flower with subtle violet veins and green balloon buds
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with green leaves in sharp focus.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple bell-shaped flower with deep lines on thin green leaves.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up with green leaves in a natural setting.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower petals open wide surrounding white centers amid green foliage.
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower close up against green foliage in the light
Platycodon grandiflorus (Chinese Bellflower) purple flower with five distinct petals and center pollen dusting


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