Question From:
James Moshides in South Coogee, South Coogee NSW
Nature of problem:
Where can I buy Cardiospermum halicacabum seeds(not plants) , also known as the balloon plant or love in a puff – my Japanese wife wants to get our kids to plant them in pots
Type of Plant (if known):
Cardiospermum halicacabum, known as the balloon plant or love in a puff
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
not applicable
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
if I can locate the seeds in a Sydney shop with your help, advice for potting mix will help
How often do you water the plant:
will need to know this once the seeds are planted
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
will need to know this once the seeds are planted
What type of plant is it:
wikipedia has pictures of it https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiospermum_halicacabum
How long since you planted it:
would like to buy seeds to plant asap
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
will need advice on this once seeds planted
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
What other treatments have you given the plant:
not applicable
Upload photo if available:
Other Comments:
My Kids go to the Japanese school at Terrey Hills – they were given a project to describe how to grow a plant from a seed by doing it at home. I tried to convince my wife and kids to used tomato or flower seeds but they insist on the balloon plant
Answer: Hi James, Just Google buy cardiospermum halicacabum seeds. Don.
