Overview
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Platycodon, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Campanulaceae family. Like other Platycodon species, it features tidy, oval leaves and bell-shaped flowers that develop from balloon-like buds in late summer. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils with a range of pH levels, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H7, it suits cottage gardens, rock gardens, and flower borders, making it a versatile choice for both sheltered and exposed sites.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Platycodon
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series)
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Detach rooted basal shoots
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series)?
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) need?
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) hardy in the UK?
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Red' (Fuji Series)?
Seed, Division, Detach rooted basal shoots.
More in the Platycodon genus
- Platycodon grandifloraBalloon Flower
- Platycodon grandiflorus 'Axminster Streaked'
- Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji Pink' (Fuji Series)
- Platycodon grandiflorus 'Miss Tilly'