{"product_id":"platycodon-astra-blue-potted-plant-2-pack","title":"Platycodon - Astra Blue Potted Plant 2 Pack","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatycodon 'Astra Blue' Single\u003c\/strong\u003e is a charming and compact perennial that brings a playful, architectural element to the garden. It is most famous for its whimsical flower buds which swell into geometric, balloon-like spheres before \"popping\" open into large, star-shaped blossoms of vibrant violet-blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the 'Astra' series, this variety is specifically bred to be a dwarf powerhouse. While standard Balloon Flowers can become tall and floppy, 'Astra Blue' stays naturally petite and mounded, making it an ideal choice for the front of a border or as a \"filler\" in mixed containers. Its thick, leathery petals are remarkably durable, allowing the blooms to last longer in the heat of mid-summer than many other delicate perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, blue-green serrated leaves that form a neat, dense mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iconic \"balloon\" buds that open into 2–3 inch single, star-shaped blue flowers with delicate dark veining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in Full to Partial Sun. In hotter climates, afternoon shade helps preserve the deep blue color of the petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact, clump-forming perennial reaching only 8–10 inches tall and about 10–12 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely cold-hardy, performing well in USDA Zones 3–8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for rock gardens, edging along paths, or as a long-blooming addition to patio pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platycodon is famously \"slow to wake up\" in the spring. It is often one of the last perennials to emerge from dormancy—sometimes not showing green until late May. Many gardeners \u003cstrong\u003emark the spot\u003c\/strong\u003e with a small stake or stone in the fall to avoid accidentally digging it up or planting over it during early spring garden cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Easy to Grow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991052628222,"sku":"vkz1789736316401","price":17.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/8071\/3470\/files\/platycodon---astra-blue-potted-plant-2-pack_1.jpg?v=1789736321","url":"https:\/\/silkglowwear.shop\/products\/platycodon-astra-blue-potted-plant-2-pack","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}