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Common Bleeding Heart

Dicentra Spectabilis

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Overview

The Common Bleeding Heart, Dicentra spectabilis, is a captivating perennial featuring arching stems adorned with heart-shaped pink and white flowers, blooming in spring to early summer. This plant thrives in part shade with moist, well-drained soil, reaching 2-3 feet in height and spreading up to 3 feet wide. Ideal for woodland gardens, it offers striking foliage and requires minimal maintenance once established. Hardiness zones 3-9.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis) — A rich, moist, well-draining soil, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, will ensure optimal growth; this

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Fumariaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis) — while generally being resistant to deer; is a captivating perennial featuring arching stems adorned with
Common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis) — each with a unique "bleeding heart" appearance
Common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis) — Ideal planting sites should provide partial to full shade
Common Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis) — reaching 2-3 feet in height and spreading up to 3 feet wide; perennial for half or shade
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