Red Bleeding Heart

Romantic red heart-shaped flowers, vigorous habit, shade garden standout

Botanical Name- Dicentra spectabilis Valentine

Pronunciation- dy-SEN-truh spek-TAB-ih-liss

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Part sun to shade

Soil Preferences- Evenly moist and well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Red

Bloom Time- April- May

Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Fire Alarm' (red foliage echoing red hearts)

Fauna Attracted- Bees (long-tongued), hummingbirds

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP21

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back after foliage yellows; keep soil moist in spring and avoid excessive heat.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late fall after foliage dies.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. Mulch with compost to improve clay structure.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone

Possible Issues- Slugs, powdery mildew