{"product_id":"col-2l-dic-spex1","title":"1 Dicentra Spectabilis Bleeding Heart Plant, Hardy Shade Loving Perennial, Garden Ready, 17cm Root-Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDicentra Spectabilis – Bleeding Heart Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic cottage garden favourite, Dicentra spectabilis (now formally known as Lamprocapnos spectabilis) produces stunning heart-shaped pink and white flowers that dangle gracefully from elegant, arching stems. This hardy herbaceous perennial is perfectly suited to shaded and partially shaded spots, bringing colour and charm to borders, woodland areas and containers alike. The delicate, fern-like foliage provides a beautiful backdrop to the distinctive pendulous blooms, creating a romantic display from late spring into early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBleeding Heart thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil and is ideal for planting beneath trees or alongside other shade-loving perennials. Once established, it will return reliably year after year, forming attractive clumps that gradually spread over time. The plant naturally dies back after flowering, making it a good companion for later-season perennials that will fill the space through summer and autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x Dicentra Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart) plant supplied in a 2 litre pot (17cm), garden ready\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamprocapnos spectabilis (syn. Dicentra spectabilis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bleeding Heart, Lady's Locket, Lyre Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy herbaceous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm × 45–60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-forming with graceful, arching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaded borders, Woodland Gardens, Cottage Gardens, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Spring to Early Summer (heart-shaped pink and white blooms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy (RHS H7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Herbaceous Perennial (dies back in winter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fern-like, mid-green, deeply divided leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRHS Award:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a sheltered position away from strong winds, which can damage the delicate stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eIncorporate plenty of organic matter into the soil at planting time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry spells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAvoid waterlogged conditions, especially over winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eMulch around the base in autumn to protect the crown from frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This plant is supplied as the classic Spectabilis variety, bearing the traditional pink and white heart-shaped flowers. Please be aware that Dicentra is a deciduous perennial and may arrive dormant during autumn and winter months – this is perfectly normal and the plant will regrow in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57770926375286,"sku":"COL-2L-DIC-SPEX1","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/file_dd968772-2ff4-4868-80a9-f895506dbe42.png?v=1777417262","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/col-2l-dic-spex1","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}