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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 1, 2015
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    The soil could be lacking phosphorus, which is needed for blooming. You can try a phosphorus-rich fertilizer or adding bone meal to the soil. As for moving them, this would be difficult. They typically do not like to be disturbed. However, you can always give it a try once summer begins winding down. Just in case though, I would take some cuttings to root for next season as well.

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    Nikki on
    August 10, 2015
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    For the best germination, take the seeds out of the pods. You can wait till the pods are dry to take the seeds out. They can be planted in the house and transplanted later, but remember that they need light to germinate so should be just placed on top of the soil and not buried in the soil.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 14, 2016
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    This is a common issue with Balloon Flowering plants.
    Dwarf varieties have less of a 'flopping' issue and taller varieties can be held up with support circles or even staking them.
    Cutting the plants down midsummer can help keep the height in check and also encourage more blooms.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/balloon-flower/growing-balloon-flowers.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 21, 2016
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    Here is a photo of balloon plant seedlings:
    http://pics.davesgarden.com/pics/2012/01/28/plantaholic186/706875.jpg

    For more information on balloon flowers, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/balloon-flower/growing-balloon-flowers.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 16, 2016
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    Balloon Flowers generally don't like to be divided or transplanted, they can be finicky.

    You can plant them in pots or window boxes and a depth of 6 to 12 inches would be fine.

    Here is a link with more care information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/balloon-flower/growing-balloon-flowers.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 10, 2016
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    Balloon Flowers have a long tap root, they will not do well in transplant.
    For the best chance for success, move your plant in early spring.
    Dig down as deeply as you can without disturbing the tap root and leave all the soil intact.

    Move the plant to its new location right away.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/balloon-flower/growing-balloon-flowers.htm

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