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RedCrocus Bleeding Heart Dicentra spectabilis | Shade Loving Perennial for Borders & Gardens 2 Gallon

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RedCrocus Bleeding Heart Dicentra spectabilis | Shade Loving Perennial for Borders & Gardens 2 Gallon

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SKU:pecc0160-redcrocus

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Bleeding Heart Dicentra spectabilis

Description

A deciduous perennial with graceful, heart-shaped pink or white flowers blooming in spring and early summer. Known for its delicate foliage and striking floral displays, it adds charm to shaded garden areas.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and cottage-style landscapes. Suitable as ground cover or in container plantings for shaded patios.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Bleeding Heart Dicentra spectabilis
  • Common Name: Bleeding Heart
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 1.5 to 3 feet tall with a spread of 1 to 2 feet, featuring arching stems and lush foliage.
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, compound leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, with regular watering
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Mildly toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Astilbe

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in shaded, well-drained soil. Space plants about 18 inches apart.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; do not let dry out.
  • Soil Type: Rich, loamy soil with organic matter
  • Humidity: Prefers average to high humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming. Cut back after leaves yellow in fall.
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth: 1 to 2 inches deep
  • Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care: Ensure consistent moisture and shade during peak summer
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