Balloon Vine
Cardiospermum halicacabum
Certified Organic
Grown on Our Farm
You'll fall in love with this tall, climbing vine–with its bright green puffs and heart-emblazoned seeds! A vigorous grower, Balloon vine belongs to the soapberry family and can reach 10' tall in full sun. The three-chambered, lantern-shaped pods produce matte-black seeds, each imprinted with their own white heart: pure poetry in plant form!
Cardiospermum halicacabum (Cardio = heart, sperma = seed) is variously known as Balloon Vine, Love-in-a-Puff, and Heart Seed. Perfect for a romantic bower or privacy screen, the tiny white flowers attract pollinators and the foliage grows densely enough to provide shade. Grow this vine and it will love you right back. After all, who says plants can't show affection to their caregivers?
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Growing instructions
Product Details
| Days to Maturity | 98 days |
|---|---|
| Days to Germination | 14-21 |
| Width at Maturity | 18" |
| Height at Maturiry | 8-10' |
| Hardiness Zone Range | Annual |
| Planting Depth | 1/2" |
| Row Spacing | 18-24" |
| Plant Spacing | 12" |
About the artist
Artwork by Cal Patch. Her handmade apron is decorated with cross-stitched lettering and embroidered pods. It allows those who wear it to keep seeds close their hearts in the garden, in the studio, and in the kitchen.
