Dicentra - Bleeding Hearts Boothman's Variety
Enhance your shaded garden with the Dicentra - Bleeding Hearts Boothman's Variety. This perennial plant offers enchanting, heart-shaped pink blossoms that gracefully dangle above silvery-green, fern-like foliage. Enjoy continuous beauty from late spring through early autumn thanks to its extended bloom time. It thrives in woodland settings or north-facing areas, creating a beautiful contrast with companion plants like hostas and ferns. This variety also supports local ecosystems by attracting native pollinators, making it a beautiful and beneficial addition to your garden.
$6.97
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2256
/ 3379
#2256 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
49
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Who it's for
- Early Spring Interest
- Ideal for Shade Gardens
- Deer and Pest Resistant
Who should skip it
- Summer Dormancy Dieback
- Requires Consistent Moisture
- Mildly Toxic Plant
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-9
Mature Height
12-15 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Bloom Season
Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall
Planting Season
Spring
Flower Color
Pink
Bulb Quantity
1 bare root
Features
- Extended bloom time through early autumn
- Silvery-green, fern-like foliage
- Heart-shaped pink blossoms
- Ideal for woodland and shade gardens
- Pairs well with hostas and ferns
- Attracts native pollinators
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the quality and health of the Dicentra bare roots received. Reviewers consistently praise the robust size of the stock and the careful packaging that ensures excellent condition upon arrival. The core enthusiasm centers on the plant's reliable performance and distinctive beauty in shaded garden environments. Experienced gardeners confirm this variety establishes well and returns vigorously each year, offering exceptional hardiness. While a few novice planters experience initial confusion regarding the natural dormancy period, the consensus confirms the superior quality of the stock. This plant is viewed as a highly valued and worthwhile investment for reliable, elegant shade color.
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