October 11th, 2012: Balloon Flower 'Sentimental Blue' (Platycodon grandiflorus)

The Bloom of the Day for October 11th, 2012 was Balloon Flower 'Sentimental Blue' (Platycodon grandiflorus).

View the bloom of the day here: http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/botd.php?date=2012-10-11

thanks!

Nice shot :)

Perfect shot, Allison.

Thank you.. hugs!!!

Hugs back to you and the pups...and Randy!

;)

I love the buds on this one so much. Truly is a balloon flower. Such a pretty shot.

thank you Kell... they spread so much this year.. I found balloons all over

I love them for their loose form and how well they play with other plants like roses, Russian Sage, Echinacea, etc. I really would not want to be without them in the garden.

Beautiful shot and love that vibrant color...you captured them well, Allison.

thank you Kin.. I love the short ones... no staking needed!!!

Nice combo, Pirl. Simply gorgeous!

These beautiful pics make me wish I had my garden to work in again... Oh well I'll just have fun viewing all your guys gardens. :)

until another day

Thanks, GGK.

Lucky you, Allison!

I agree Pirl, you can't go wrong with blue in the mix. Nice photo too!

Hi Mr. Kin. I miss your great garden too!