Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Malus domestica
Rosaceae · trees
Platycodon grandiflorus
Campanulaceae · flowers
Apple Tree (Zones 3-8)
Balloon Flower (Zones 3-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8
| Feature | Apple Tree | Balloon Flower |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Malus domestica | Platycodon grandiflorus |
| Family | Rosaceae | Campanulaceae |
| Category | trees | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Well-drained |
| Height | 25' | 2' |
| Spread | 20' | 1' |
| Bloom Season | Spring | Summer |
| Bloom Color | White, Pink | Blue, White, Pink |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Central Asia | East Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
Apple Tree
Balloon Flower
Apple Tree
Balloon Flower
Choose Apple Tree if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.
Choose Balloon Flower if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–8.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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