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:

  • Type: Perennial flowering plant

  • Common Name (US): Fern-Leaf Bleeding Heart

  • Scientific Name: Dicentra formosa

  • Flower Color: Pink or rose-pink

  • Foliage: Finely divided, fern-like green leaves

  • Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

  • Soil Requirement: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

  • Sunlight: Partial to full shade

  • Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil

  • Bloom Time: Spring to early summer

  • Special Feature: Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators; deer-resistant

Specifications:

  • Planting Season: Early spring or fall

  • Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–9

  • Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors in fall or early spring; cold stratification recommended before sowing

  • Germination Time: 30–45 days after stratification

  • Germination Temperature: 55–65°F (13–18°C)

  • Spacing Between Plants: 10–15 inches (25–38 cm)

  • Mature Plant Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

  • Best Growing Months:

    • Northern Zones (3–5): April to July

    • Mid Zones (6–7): March to June

    • Southern Zones (8–9): February to May

  • Maintenance: Low; trim back foliage after blooming to encourage regrowth

  • Uses: Shade gardens, woodland borders, containers, and perennial beds