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Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink'

Also Known As

  • Platycodon grandiflora 'Sissy Pink'
  • Sissy Pink Balloon Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink' plant details

Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, mounding

GROWING CONDITIONS for Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long lived sweet perennial in a new color! 12-18" mound of medium green leaves topped by delicate sissy pink, inflated balloons that open to five petaled stars – Sun and decent soil with summer water – Easy – Deadhead for maximum flower production – totally disappears in winter so mark location!

Gardening facts about Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink' plant

How to Grow Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sissy Pink'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
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