Mar 11, 2025 · The bleeding heart flower (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) gets its name from its puffy, heart shaped pink blossoms that bloom in the spring. Beneath each heart shape sticks out a white petal with a red streak.

Mar 13, 2025 · Old-fashioned bleeding heart is an ephemeral plant whereas some bleeding heart species native to North America won't go dormant in the summer. But where exactly should you grow these flowers? Are bleeding hearts deer resistant? Do they have pest problems? Learn the answer to these questions and more with our guide to growing these gorgeous flowers.

Sep 3, 2024 · The bleeding heart performs best in cooler climates where it can reach mature sizes of around 24 to 36 inches tall. They can easily be divided and propagated with cuttings to produce even more stunning plants. Learn more about growing bleeding heart flowers.

This hardy plant blooms prolifically in early spring and finishes its growing cycle when warm weather sets in. Learn when to plant bleeding heart, how to care for it, and other tips in our growing guide.

Jun 30, 2021 · These easy-care, shade-loving perennials pop up in early spring and grow quickly. Their characteristic heart-shaped flowers bloom in shades of pink, red or white and hang delicately from arching stems from late spring to early summer.

Bleeding-heart (Lamprocampos spectabilis, formerly Dicentra spectabilis) is an old-fashioned favorite in the shade garden. Many gardeners have fond memories of the pink, heart-shaped flowers with their white teardrops and ferny foliage in their grandmother’s garden.

Jun 7, 2023 · Bleeding heart is an old-fashioned perennial that adds color and charm to shady spots in your garden. While the plant is surprisingly easy to grow, it can fall prey to a number of pesky insects. If you think something is bugging your plant, click here to learn more.

Nov 17, 2024 · Bleeding hearts (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) have some of the most striking flowers of any spring-blooming plant. Long strings of puffy, heart-shaped blooms—in shades from white, to pink, to red—dangle off arching stems. Each flower has …

Sep 19, 2023 · Bleeding Heart plants, scientifically known as Dicentra spectabilis, are beloved for their unique, heart-shaped flowers and exquisite foliage. These perennial beauties thrive in shady areas, making them a perfect addition to gardens with limited sunlight.

Bleeding heart has attractive mounded foliage with arching stems of delicate, heart-shaped flowers in spring. It thrives in moist woodland gardens along with ferns and other shade-lovers. Bleeding heart grows best in cool, moist conditions. Flower colors include yellow, pink, …