bleeding heart
Dicentra 'Ivory Hearts'
Overview
The bleeding heart (Dicentra 'Ivory Hearts') is a beautiful and unique flowering plant that is sure to draw the attention of visitors to any garden. Its delicate, heart-shaped blooms are set with dangling petals in a range of expertly blended colors, including white, yellow, and pink. Its lush foliage provides plenty of texture and can even be used for cut flower arrangements. Bleeding Heart is also known for being low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for budding gardeners. Its stunning beauty will make it the star of any outdoor area.
Care Guide
Watering
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra ‘Ivory Hearts’) plants should be watered on a regular basis in proper amounts. Aim to water the soil evenly, allowing it to become evenly moist but not soggy. During the spring and summer months, water the soil deeply at least once a week, providing 1-1.5 inches of water at each irrigation. During the fall make sure to water deeply at least once every 2 weeks. In the winter, reduce watering to about once every month, or as soil begins to dry. Always check soil moisture and adjust watering accordingly.
Light
Bleeding heart (Dicentra 'Ivory Hearts') requires bright indirect sunlight for the best growth. Partial shade and up to 4 hours of direct morning sunlight per day is ideal, which should be reduced in the afternoon. It is important to avoid placing this plant in an area of intense midday sun, as it can scorch the delicate foliage.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3–8.
Pruning
Bleeding heart (Dicentra 'Ivory Hearts') should be pruned once a year, in spring when new leaves are just beginning to appear on the plant. Prune the plant lightly, cutting away any dead or diseased stems and thinning out any overcrowded sections to ensure good air flow. Pruning will encourage good, vigorous new growth and help control the natural shape and size of your plant. Remove faded flowers as soon as they are noticeable. Trim the foliage back to the soil line after all bloom has finished.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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