Dicentra formosa

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Western Bleeding Heart

 
California Native Plant
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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

Native to our coastal woods, this variety has a larger, coarser foliage than other Dicentra varieties, with coarser foiliage to 24" and longer spikes of light pink flowers appearing in late spring. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Raised Planter

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.