The herbaceous perennial Dicentra spectabilis (old fashioned bleeding heart) bears showy and faded red blossoms during late spring to early summer. The showy matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Dicentra spectabilis (old fashioned bleeding heart) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics
Hummingbirds are attracted to Dicentra spectabilis . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions
Dicentra spectabilis (old fashioned bleeding heart) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.
