Dicentra Formosa Seeds – Fern-Leaf Bleeding Heart
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Dicentra Formosa Seeds – Fern-Leaf Bleeding Heart produce graceful perennial plants admired for their delicate, fern-like foliage and arching stems adorned with heart-shaped pink blooms. This shade-loving perennial is ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and shaded edges, offering long-lasting color and soft texture throughout spring and early summer.
Native to North America, the Fern-Leaf Bleeding Heart is known for its compact habit and ability to thrive in cool, moist, and shaded environments. It is a low-maintenance plant that returns each year, providing reliable beauty and attracting beneficial pollinators like hummingbirds.
Features:
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Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Common Name (US): Fern-Leaf Bleeding Heart
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Scientific Name: Dicentra formosa
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Flower Color: Pink or rose-pink
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Foliage: Finely divided, fern-like green leaves
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Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Soil Requirement: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil
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Sunlight: Partial to full shade
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Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
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Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
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Special Feature: Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators; deer-resistant
Specifications:
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Planting Season: Early spring or fall
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Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–9
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Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors in fall or early spring; cold stratification recommended before sowing
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Germination Time: 30–45 days after stratification
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Germination Temperature: 55–65°F (13–18°C)
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Spacing Between Plants: 10–15 inches (25–38 cm)
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Mature Plant Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Best Growing Months:
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Northern Zones (3–5): April to July
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Mid Zones (6–7): March to June
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Southern Zones (8–9): February to May
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Maintenance: Low; trim back foliage after blooming to encourage regrowth
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Uses: Shade gardens, woodland borders, containers, and perennial beds