Valentine Bleeding Heart

Valentine Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis 'Valentine')Valentine Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis 'Valentine') is a dramatic woodland perennial celebrated for strings of deep red, heart shaped flowers that dangle from rich burgundy stems in spring. Clean, blue green foliage forms a graceful mound that brings high contrast color and refined texture to shaded borders, woodland edges, and cottage gardens. A modern selection of the classic species, it delivers a luminous spring display before resting quietly through summer heat.Distinctive FeaturesElegant sprays of saturated red hearts with tiny white tips bloom for several weeks in cool spring weather, arching above fern textured leaves; dark wine colored stems intensify the flower color and add architectural presence even in bud. After flowering, plants may naturally go summer dormant, allowing later season companions to fill the space.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Partial shade to shade; protect from hot afternoon sun. Soil: Rich, well drained, humus amended soil that maintains even moisture....