The balloon flower is extremely decorative, but places some demands on the location. If this is chosen well, then the care is within pleasant limits. You will be rewarded for your work with an unusual flower.
Which location does the balloon flower prefer?
The ideal location for balloon flowers is sunny to partially shaded, protected from wind and rain, with permeable, calcareous soil without waterlogging. Blue varieties prefer full sun, while white and pink varieties thrive better in partial shade.
Treat your balloon flower to a few hours of sunshine a day. However, the more sun it gets, the higher its water requirements and therefore the care required, especially during the flowering period. Balloon flowers go perfectly with daisies, sage and marigolds. They are also very suitable for planting on terraces and balconies.
The hardy balloon flower is one of the few garden plants that tolerates calcareous soil. Make sure that it is permeable so that no waterlogging occurs. By adding a little sand to the garden soil you can promote permeability. You enrich the soil with nutrients using organic fertilizer (€12.00 on Amazon). Rotted compost or horn shavings are suitable for this.
Determine the flower color by location
The intensity and duration of sunlight and therefore the location of the balloon flower are crucial for the flower color. If you plant the Chinese bellflower in a different location, it may change color slightly. These impressive flowers are available in various shades of blue, which love the sun, and in white or pink. These colors are better suited for partial shade.
The most important things in brief:
- Planting blue balloon flowers in the sun
- plant white and pink balloon flowers in partial shade
- wind and rain protected
- tolerates calcareous soil
- Avoid waterlogging
- permeable soil
Tip
Blue balloon flowers love a sunny location, while white or pink plants change color easily there.
