Candy Hearts Dicentra Plant

Dicentra 'Candy Hearts' Fern-leaf Bleeding Heart offers a whimsical journey through seasons with its remarkably enduring blooms and vibrant vitality. Adorning vigorous clumps of powdery blue-green, fern-like foliage, delicate heart-shaped blossoms dangle enchantingly, casting a spell with their dusky rose-purple shade. Contrasting with the traditional bleeding heart, this novel perennial bursts forth with resilient, candy-heart pink flowers, exuding a mild fragrance and blooming relentlessly until the inaugural frost. The dark rose, heart-shaped flowers elegantly drape from arching stems, gracefully hovering above the robust foliage, presenting a breathtaking spectacle of color and form. Whether enhancing edges, brightening mixed containers, or starring in tubs, ‘Candy Hearts’ unveils a splendid display, especially when faded flowers are removed to encourage the unveiling of new buds, potentially extending its dazzling show into the autumn in cool-summer regions. A modern twist on a classic, it ensures a mesmerizing, colorful display year after year.

Our Dicentra Plants are lovingly grown without harmful pesticides, ensuring they are a safe and elegant addition to your garden. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

• - Best planted in early spring or fall for strong root development
• - Space plants 12-18 inches apart to allow for mature growth

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0
• - Prefers rich, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging
• - Water deeply during dry periods, especially in the first year of growth

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges
• - Additional feeding is not usually necessary, but compost can be added in fall

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage a longer blooming period
• - Cut back foliage after flowering to ground level in late fall or after the first frost

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-free, but slugs and snails may occasionally appear in damp conditions
• - Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues like powdery mildew

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms in mid-spring with heart-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, or white

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, tolerates light frost and cooler spring temperatures

Companion Plants for Dicentra:

• - Hosta: Complements Dicentra's delicate blooms with bold, textured foliage
• - Ferns: Adds a soft, green backdrop for Dicentra's graceful flowers
• - Brunnera: Provides contrasting foliage and small blue flowers in shade gardens
• - Astilbe: Adds texture and color to complement Dicentra's spring blooms
• - Heuchera: Offers vibrant foliage that pairs well with Dicentra's delicate flowers