{"product_id":"balloon-flower-platycodon-grandiflorus-perennial","title":"Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus) Perennial","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlso called the Chinese Bellflower, these attractive blooms “inflate” like a balloon or Chinese lantern before opening to reveal their vibrant, star-shaped petals. This easy-to-grow perennial, which can reach up to 24” tall, promises to attract pollinators. Valued for medicinal properties. Plants require patience and are beautiful after first year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 seeds minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination: 10-25 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sow in full sun after last frost or start indoors 6-8 weeks prior to last frost. Roots do not tolerate transplant well so direct sowing is preferable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress scattered seeds gently into soil. Moist soil and light are required for successful germination. Water\/mist gently after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 12-16” apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones 3-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Annies Heirloom Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48491928060181,"sku":"A2622","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/0984\/4245\/files\/Annies-Products-20220914-4__85966.1664301387.1280.1280.jpg?v=1738265530","url":"https:\/\/anniesheirloomseeds.sbs\/products\/balloon-flower-platycodon-grandiflorus-perennial","provider":"Annies Heirloom Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}