{"product_id":"balloon-flower-platycodon-grandiflorus","title":"Platycodon grandiflorus, Herbal Garden Balloon Flower - Live Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"387\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eWhimsical Blooms That Pop with Beauty and Medicinal Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"847\" class=\"\"\u003eBalloon Flower (\u003cem data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"434\"\u003ePlatycodon grandiflorus\u003c\/em\u003e), also called Chinese Bellflower or Doraji, is a cold-hardy perennial herb known for its puffy, balloon-like buds that burst open into stunning star-shaped blue-violet flowers. Native to East Asia and used in traditional Chinese and Korean medicine, it’s as healing as it is ornamental—especially cherished for its soothing root, used to support lung health, coughs, and inflammation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1202\" class=\"\"\u003eThis low-maintenance plant thrives in sunny garden beds and borders, adding dreamy vertical interest and attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its edible root can be prepared like a vegetable or dried for teas and tinctures. Balloon Flower is a perfect fit for medicinal herb gardens, pollinator plots, and cottage-style borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1214\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eUnique balloon-like buds burst into stunning blue-violet stars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eMedicinal root used in teas, soups, and herbal formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eCold-hardy, perennial, and easy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies to your garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003ePerfect for cottage gardens, herbal borders, and pollinator beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1637\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003ePlant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eAvoid disturbing the roots once established—Balloon Flower doesn’t like to be moved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eWater regularly but don’t overwater—roots may rot in soggy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eCut back stems after flowering to encourage more blooms and tidy growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eHarvest roots in fall after 1–2 years for medicinal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003eCampanulaceae (Bellflower Family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eEast Asia (China, Korea, Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2475\" 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Layer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eHerb \/ Groundcover Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2744\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003e1–2 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"2892\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003eHarvest Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eSummer (flowers), Fall (roots)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr 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data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3274\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3286\"\u003eZones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003eUSDA Zones 3–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3375\"\u003eFlorida Native\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3434\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3435\" data-end=\"3464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003eSeeds, Root Division\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eSeasonal Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3597\"\u003eDeciduous; blooms midsummer with starry flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis plant ships in plantable coconut coir pots or recyclable nursery pots! Just pop them in the ground or reuse and recycle. Look in the photos for a pot size guide.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0091\/3637\/3860\/files\/live_plant_listing_policy.jpg?v=1756018503\" alt=\"live plant listing policy\" width=\"556\" height=\"114\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"Medium Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":56844683575456,"sku":"C4-BAL-M","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0091\/3637\/3860\/files\/BalloonFlower_Platycodongrandiflorus_PlantForSale.png?v=1773908210","url":"https:\/\/www.theplantattraction.com\/products\/balloon-flower-platycodon-grandiflorus","provider":"The Plant Attraction ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}