Fringed Bleeding Heart Seeds – Hardy Perennial Shade Plant

Fringed Bleeding Heart Seeds grow into elegant perennial plants known for their finely divided foliage and clusters of heart-shaped flowers that bloom gracefully in spring and early summer. This charming plant thrives in shaded or partially shaded garden areas, bringing a delicate and romantic appeal to borders, woodland gardens, and containers. Its soft pink blooms and fern-like leaves create a refreshing touch of color and texture to any landscape.

These plants are easy to grow from seed and are deer-resistant, making them a reliable choice for long-lasting garden beauty. With proper care, they return year after year, flourishing in cool, moist, and well-drained soil conditions.

Features:

• Produces distinctive heart-shaped pink flowers with fringed edges

• Attractive, finely divided green foliage adds texture to gardens

• Ideal for shaded or partially shaded areas

• Low maintenance and deer-resistant

• Long-lived perennial that returns each year

• Perfect for woodland gardens, borders, and shaded beds

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Dicentra eximia

• Common Name (US): Fringed Bleeding Heart

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Plant Height: 12 to 18 inches

• Bloom Period: Late spring to early summer

• Light Requirements: Partial to full shade

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: Start seeds in late winter (February–March)

  • Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring or fall (March–April or September–October)

• Germination Time: 30–45 days

• Temperature for Germination: 60–70°F (15–21°C)

• Watering Needs: Regular watering to keep soil consistently moist

• Maintenance: Low; cut back after flowering to promote fresh growth