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| Family | Fumariaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Spread | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to neutral |
| | Description | Dicentra formosa (pacific bleedingheart) bears bright pink blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, wild flower and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits. | | Cautions | When planning to use Dicentra formosa (pacific bleedingheart), it is important to note that it is poisonous or toxic to children and pets. | | |
