Bleeding Heart
Common name
Bleeding Heart
Botanical name
Dicentra hybrid
Variety
Luxuriant
Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Part sun
Height
12-15" (31-38 cm)
Habit
Arching
Feed
In spring
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color
Pink
Bloom Time
Spring-fall
Maintenance
Shear back lightly after bloom
About
Beautiful, long-blooming flowers attract hummingbirds. Striking against dark backgrounds, at garden's edge or along walkways. Combine with hostas, ferns or wild ginger for a stunning effect. Excellent cut flower. Remove faded flowers to increase rebloom.
