Add an extraordinary touch to your garden with Gomphocarpus physocarpus Seeds, also known as Balloon Plant, Swan Plant, or Hairy Balls Milkweed. This exotic perennial is admired for its striking balloon-like seed pods, soft green foliage, and its ability to attract butterflies, including monarchs.

Native to Africa, this plant offers unusual, decorative appeal and thrives in warm climates, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking distinctive, conversation-starting plants. The inflated seed pods add a whimsical texture to floral arrangements and ornamental borders.

Perfect for pollinator gardens, containers, or landscape accents, Gomphocarpus physocarpus is easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and an exceptional choice for plant collectors and enthusiasts.

Features:

• Premium Gomphocarpus physocarpus Seeds for planting

• Also known as Balloon Plant, Swan Plant, or Hairy Balls Milkweed

• Produces unique inflated seed pods and lush foliage

• Excellent for ornamental and pollinator gardens

• Non-GMO and naturally grown

• Attracts butterflies, especially Monarchs

• Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations

• Great for cut flower arrangements and decorative landscaping

Specifications:

• Common Name: Balloon Plant / Swan Plant / Hairy Balls Milkweed

• Scientific Name: Gomphocarpus physocarpus

• Plant Type: Perennial (grown as annual in cooler regions)

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy

• Mature Height: 3–6 ft (0.9–1.8 m)

• Flower Color: Pale greenish-white

• Seed Pod: Large, balloon-like, covered with soft hairs

• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Temperature Range: 65–90°F (18–32°C)

• Season for Planting: Spring

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Germination Temperature: 70–80°F (21–27°C)

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting & Care Instructions:

1. Sow Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil after the last frost.

2. Light: Place in a sunny location; requires full sun for best growth.

3. Watering: Keep soil slightly moist during germination, then water moderately.

4. Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors when temperatures remain warm.

5. Maintenance: Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage more blooms.

6. Tip: Excellent for attracting butterflies; avoid overwatering.