Misato Purple balloon flower
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Misato Purple'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Sizeup to 18 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Violet purple
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Misato Purple' balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus 'Misato Purple') 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. Violet purple flowers open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. The clumping plant stays about 18 inches tall and spreads 9 to 12 inches. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with Black Hero tulip, Sedge, and Angel Cheeks peony.