Dicentra formosa
Papaveraceae
Western Bleeding Heart
Spreading, tufted herbaceous perennial to .5m high by .3m wide. Leaves are oval, deeply-lobed, feathery and grey-green. Flower are heart shaped and pink-red, appearing on slender arching stems in spring and summer. A white flowered form is also available.
Uses
Ornamental perennial suitable for cottage gardens, rockeries and garden beds.
Culture
Prefers light shade and a cool, temperate or alpine climate. Grows best in moist, well-drained and fertile soil. Tolerates frost, flowering best in areas with cold winters. Propagate by seed in autumn or division in late winter.
Propagation
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Cultivars
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Plant Health
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