Bleeding Heart
Bleeding Heart
Dicentra spectabilis
Dicentra spectabilis
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- Beautiful, heart-shaped flowers in spring
- Perfect for shady spots in the garden
- Perennial plant that returns every year
- Low maintenance and easy to care for
- Adds ornamental value and early-blooming color
Dicentra spectabilis Bleeding Heart enchants gardeners with arching stems and delicate, heart-shaped blooms. This classic perennial brings a graceful presence to borders and shaded spots.
A robust grower, it thrives in cool springs and shade-tolerant sites, forming a soft arch that ages with timeless charm.
Its timeless beauty delivers early spring color to naturalistic beds, inviting close inspection of each flower.
Care and Watering
Dicentra spectabilis thrives in rich, well-drained soil and should be kept evenly moist during the growing season. Water at soil level, avoid soggy roots, and mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature.
Maintenance
Remove spent blooms, divide every 3–4 years, and monitor for slugs. Provide light winter protection in cold regions and cut back foliage after flowering.
Location
Plant in partial shade to dappled sun with cool roots; avoid hot afternoon sun. Space about 18–24 inches apart for airflow and healthy growth.
Tips
Feed with organic fertilizer in spring, water early in the day, deadhead lightly, and avoid lime-heavy soil. Dicentra appreciates cool, sheltered spots.
The graceful Dicentra spectabilis (Bleeding-heart) adds an enchanting accent to spring borders. With its hanging, heart-shaped flowers, it creates a striking ornamental display and draws attention in every garden collection.
As a beloved spring bloomer and valuable addition to perennials and garden plants, this deciduous plant provides a romantic, timeless appearance.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Pink |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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