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Dicentra spectabilis
(Bleeding Heart) |
Family: Papaveraceae
Origin: Native to Northern China, Japan, Korea
Light: Sun/part shade
Height: 1.5-2'
Spread: 6-9"
Blooms: Spectacular, small, red, heart-shaped, on arching stems,
in late Spring
Foliage: Graceful,
herbaceous, blue-green
Soil:
Well-drained, sandy, humus-rich, moist
Water: Regular
Propagation: Herbaceous stem cuttings, divisions, seeds
Uses: Shade garden
Comments: Dicentra spectabilis or Bleeding Heart is a fascinating perennial to have
with its lovely dainty flowers dangling on its arching stems. This
plant makes a great
show-stopper.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 4-9 |
