Overview

The Bleeding Heart is a perennial plant native to Asia, celebrated for its distinctive heart-shaped flowers that dangle gracefully from arching stems. Blooming in spring, it adds a romantic touch to shaded gardens.

Characteristics

• Height & Spread: Typically grows 2–3 feet tall and wide.
• Flowers: Heart-shaped blooms in shades of pink, red, or white, appearing in spring.
• Foliage: Fern-like, light to medium green leaves.
• Growth Habit: Clumping with arching stems.
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer.
• Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 3–9.

Care & Maintenance

• Light: Prefers partial to full shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
• Soil: Moist, well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
• Pruning: Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms; cut back foliage after it turns yellow and dies back post-blooming.
• Propagation: Divide clumps every 2–3 years in spring or fall.

Uses & Advantages

• Ornamental Appeal: Adds aesthetic value with its unique flowers and foliage.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Shade Tolerance: Thrives in shaded areas where many plants struggle.
• Companion Planting: Pairs well with hostas, ferns, and astilbes.
• Cut Flowers: Excellent for floral arrangements.

Precautions

• Toxicity: All parts are toxic if ingested; can cause skin irritation.
• Pests & Diseases: Susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, and fungal diseases like powdery mildew.

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