Dicentra spp.
Bleeding Heart
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Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Description
Don't put this in the back of the garden! Rose-red "bleeding heart" blooms are hard to miss. This shade-loving plant has been a romantic garden favorite for years. Bears arching stems of rose-red, heart-shaped flowers. Looks great with Hostas, ferns and other perennials. Best in moist soil. #1 bare root plants.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Blooming
Flowers are dainty and hang off the stems. They generally are heart shaped, hence the common name Bleeding Heart. The flowers come in pink, rose, yellow and white. Hybrids are common, and differ in foliage and flower qualities.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Growth
Annuals and perennials. Plants go dormant (even in mild winter climates). Some species die back in mid-summer so it is best to have late summer plants to fill in the empty spaces. Grows best in partial shade. Small species work well in a rock garden or alpine house.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Planting
Propagate by sowing seeds when ripe or in spring, in containers in a cold frame. Cold frames are protective structures, located outside for propagating and growing plants. Species can also be propagated by division in spring. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud. Self-seeding occurs often.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Pest
Slugs and snails are a threat to new growth. Other problems include rust, fungal leaf spot, wilt, and downy mildew.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Interesting facts
Dicentra are native to Asia and North America and are found in moist areas. Species include annuals and perennials. Dicentra causes stomach upset and should not be ingested. Foliage may aggravate the skin upon contact.
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spp.) - Soil and irrigation
Needs rich, light soil with adequate porosity to promote sufficient water drainage. Don't let Bleeding Hearts stand in water. Dicentra does best in neutral or slightly alkalinated soil.
