The Bleeding Heart plant, known scientifically as Lamprocapnos spectabilis (formerly Dicentra spectabilis), is a perennial flowering plant admired for its unique heart-shaped flowers. Here’s a detailed description:
Physical Description
Leaves: The leaves are fern-like, deeply cut, and can be a soft green to blue-green color. They typically grow in a clump, reaching about 12 to 24 inches tall.
Flowers: The most distinctive feature, the flowers appear in spring and early summer. They are heart-shaped, typically pink with white tips, and hang from arching stems. Each flower resembles a small, inverted heart, hence the common name.
Height: The plant usually grows to a height of 1 to 3 feet, depending on the variety.
Growth Habit
Form: Bleeding Heart has a bushy, upright form, making it a lovely addition to gardens and shaded areas.
Blooming Season: Flowers bloom in spring and may last into early summer, fading as the weather warms.
Habitat
Light Requirements: Prefers partial to full shade, making it suitable for woodland gardens or shaded areas.
Soil: Thrives in rich, well-drained soil that retains moisture.
Cultivation
Varieties: While the traditional pink variety is most common, there are also white and yellow cultivars, such as Lamprocapnos spectabilis 'Alba' (white) and Lamprocapnos spectabilis 'Goldheart' (golden foliage).
Care: Requires consistent moisture and benefits from mulching. It is relatively low-maintenance but may need protection from extreme heat.
Other Notes
Symbolism: Often symbolizes love and compassion due to its heart-shaped flowers.
Toxicity: All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, so caution is advised around pets and children.
Bleeding Hearts are cherished for their striking appearance and delicate blooms, making them a favorite in spring gardens.
✅Planting And Care
✅Sunlight
Sunlight of more than 6 hours a day is ideal for flowering and fruit development of the plant.
✅Soil
The soil should be well drained, fertile and rich in organic content.
✅Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Apply 4 cup(approx. 200 ml) of water when the top soil (1-2 inch) in the pot feels dry to touch.
Do not overwater the plant.
As a rule of thumb, water the plants thoroughly in summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Water should be applied preferably in the morning or evening.
✅Application of Fertilizer
Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so, it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Apply organic fertilizer once a month during the main growing season (December-February)
Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.
✅Re-potting
When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.
✅Plant Protection
Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
✅Don’ts
Do not over-water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
REC: After getting (( VERY VERY IMPORTANT )) the plants, AVOID exposing them to direct sunlight as it can cause leaf BURN. AVOID overwatering your plants. The primary reason for outdoor plant demise is excessive watering.
Planting: Excavate a hole double the size in width and depth compared to the polybag that contains your plant. Fill it up, blending compost with the topsoil. Insert the plant into the newly loosened soil. It is essential to water both Rare Live Plant & Regular (Morning 300ml).
NOTE 1: The plant may appear dry due to transportation time.greenery nursery However, the plant is still healthy because it is an outdoor plant. Place it back in the soil, apply the included fertilizer, water it, and monitor it for a week. It will restore its freshness.
Note 2: image is for reference only. Appearance of actual product may vary based on factors such as climate, age, and height.
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