Pacific Bleeding Heart
Dicentra formosa
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A delicate woodland perennial with finely textured, fern-like foliage and heart-shaped pink or white flowers that dangle from arching stems. It thrives in shaded, moist conditions and spreads gradually to form attractive groundcover.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, California)
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Aurora' and 'Luxuriant' are widely cultivated; 'Aurora' features pale pink flowers while 'Luxuriant' produces deeper rose-red blooms and often reblooms in cooler climates.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A delicate woodland perennial with finely textured, fern-like foliage and heart-shaped pink or white flowers that dangle from arching stems. It thrives in shaded, moist conditions and spreads gradually to form attractive groundcover.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Pacific Bleeding Heart grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, California)
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Aurora' and 'Luxuriant' are widely cultivated; 'Aurora' features pale pink flowers while 'Luxuriant' produces deeper rose-red blooms and often reblooms in cooler climates.