description Balloon Flower Overview
Balloon flower is the common name for Platycodon grandiflorus, the sole species in its genus and a perennial of the bellflower family, Campanulaceae. It is native to parts of East Asia and has upright stems, blue to violet or white, five-lobed flowers, and rounded buds that inflate before opening. The plant is grown in temperate gardens for its summer flowers and distinctive unopened buds.
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How good is Balloon Flower?
Balloon Flower scores 6.44/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Flower category.
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See our alternatives page for Balloon Flower for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Agapanthus, Stokes' Aster, Himalayan Blue Poppy.
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Is Balloon Flower worth it in 2026?
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