Mariesii balloon flower
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Mariesii'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Mariesii' balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Mariesii') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. It grows in a tidy clump and blooms in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. It sits low on the menu for deer. Give it a spot up front where you can see the flowers.
Pairs well with Hosta, Blonde Ambition blue grama, and Raspberry Sundae peony.