Platycodon grand. 'Astra Pink' - P13

Description
The Balloon flower 'Astra Pink' (Platycodon grandiflorus) is an upright perennial that forms pink, bell-shaped flowers from July to August. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and is approx. 50 cm wide. The Balloon flower 'Astra Pink' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower

Spread
China to Korea, Republic of.

Frost hardiness
The Balloon flower 'Astra Pink' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Balloon flower 'Astra Pink' sets beautiful accents together with: Narcissus, crocus, tulip, golden spurge, garden sunflower 'Polar Bear'.

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to retract.

Flower
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Pink' forms bell-shaped, pink-coloured flowers from July.

Use
Cut, rock garden, roof garden, bee pasture, perennial bed