Platycodon 'Astra Pink' is a delightful balloon flower cultivar known for its soft pink star shaped blooms and compact form. It offers a charming splash of color for garden beds and borders. Height & Spread: 18 - 24 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Mid to late summer Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Soil Preference: Well drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture Watering Needs: Moderate; regular watering supports healthy blooms Deer Resistance: Moderate Native Status Native to East Asia, Platycodon grandiflorus is widely cultivated for ornamental purposes. This cultivar is bred for its pink flowers and tidy growth habit. Wildlife & Insects Butterflies Attracts swallowtails and skippers seeking nectar from its open bell shaped blooms. Bees Visited by native bumblebees and honeybees gathering pollen and nectar. Hummingbirds Occasionally attracted to the soft pink flowers for nectar. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space plants 18 - 24 in apart to allow for healthy growth and airflow. Landscape Placement Ideal for garden borders, rock gardens, and containers where soft pink highlights are desired. Companion Plants Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Adds fine textured yellow foliage and flowers that contrast with pink blooms. Salvia nemorosa (Woodland Sage) - Offers violet flower spikes that complement pink balloon flowers. Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender) - Provides fragrant silvery foliage that contrasts nicely. Gaillardia aristata (Blanket Flower) - Introduces warm red and yellow tones for vibrant color contrast. Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Attracts pollinators and balances the color palette with purple blooms.
