Heart Of Mary (Dicentra Spectabilis), Flowers In Heart

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The Heart of Mary (Dicentra spectabilis) also called Heart of Jeannette is a perennial bulbous plant with orange-red stems. It is very hardy so it can be grown in colder areas, even though young shoots may suffer from spring frosts.

Heart of Mary (Dicentra spectabilis), flowers in heart

Two to three centimeters long, its flowers are pendulous and adopt the shape of a heart with pink outer petals and white inner petals usually, but they can be red, bright yellow, or white in some species and varieties. They form clusters on arched stems.

The Heart of Mary is also distinguished by its bushy foliage. The leaves, 15 to 40 cm long, pale green, are divided into cut or lobed oval leaflets. The sap contained in this plant is very rich in alkaloids of the isoquinoline type. It is therefore a toxic substance by ingestion. Simple contact with this material may also cause severe skin irritation in susceptible individuals.

  • Family: Fumitoy
  • Type: bulbous perennial
  • Origin: North China, Siberia, Korea
  • Color of the flower: red, pink, white
  • sowing: Yes
  • cutting: Yes
  • Planting: autumn
  • Flowering: April to August
  • Height: up to 1 m

Ideal soil and exposure for planting a Dicentra in the garden

The culture soil of the Heart of Mary must be fresh, light, rich in humus, and well drained. A semi-shade and sheltered from the prevailing winds is necessary for the plant which does not like the direct sun.

Date of sowing, planting and cuttings of Dicentra

Propagation of the plant is carried out by seed sowing during the spring season, in a box under a cold frame, or by division of tufts in March or September (watch out for fragile roots). Root cuttings are also an alternative in winter.

Spontaneous seedlings of hybrids are unstable and inconsistent with the parent plant.

The feet of Heart of Mary are spaced 40 cm from the autumn planting.

Board of maintenance and culture of Dicentra

During hot summers, watering should be done on a regular basis. The mulching of the feet helps to keep the freshness at the foot of the plant to promote flowering. The faded flowers are to be eliminated as and when they appear to give way to the new flowers.

Diseases, pests and parasites of Dicentra

The Heart of Mary is a plant very resistant to diseases and parasites. Nevertheless, aphids and slugs sometimes damage the plant at the leaf level.

Location and favorable association of Dicentra

The heart of Mary is used in borders, in solid, in rock, in potée or in planter. A good harmony emerges from the association of this plant with forget-me-not, lily of the valley and cyclamen.

There are about twenty species of the genus of which Dicentra spectabilis, the most common with its external pink and white internal petals, Dicentra spectabilis f. alba, with white heart flowers, Dicentra scandens, climbing form up to 1 m tall with yellow flowers in clusters, Dicentra cucullaria, in compact tuft (20cm) with white flowers, Dicentra macrantha, at the port spread with creamy yellow flowers...

Heart Of Mary (Dicentra Spectabilis), Flowers In Heart

FAQ - 💬

❓ How do you get flowers in bleeding heart?

👉 Heavy soil and overly moist locations can also cause diminished flowering. Bleeding hearts favor moist, rich soil but cannot tolerate boggy conditions. Plants growing in full sun will also struggle to bloom long. Plant the ornamental in a shady to dappled location for better displays.

❓ Are bleeding heart flowers poisonous to humans?

👉 Is Bleeding Heart Toxic? Bleeding heart plants contain isoquinoline alkaloids that are toxic to humans and animals. Serious cases of poisoning are common in dogs and horses, but much less common in humans. The toxins in bleeding heart can cause liver damage and seizures in humans when ingested in large quantities.

❓ Why is the plant called bleeding heart?

👉 The bleeding heart plant (Lamprocapnos spectabilis) gets its common name from its puffy, heart-shaped pink flowers that dangle from long, arching stems. Beneath the heart shape is a protruding white petal that looks like a drop—hence the "bleeding" in bleeding heart.

❓ How many times in a year does a bleeding heart flower?

👉 Bleeding heart plants can bloom twice If winter doesn't arrive too early you should be able to enjoy a second flowering towards the end of fall. Cut the stems back when flowering is over. Lift bleeding hearts and replant them every 3 to 4 years. Remove and discard the oldest part of the plant.

❓ What month do bleeding hearts bloom?

👉 Quick Reference Growing Guide

Plant Type:Herbaceous perennialFlower / Foliage Color:
Hardiness (USDA Zone):3-9Tolerance:
Season:Spring and early summerWater Needs:
Exposure:Shade to part sunSoil Type:
Time To Maturity:60 daysSoil pH:
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❓ What to do with bleeding hearts after they bloom?

👉 Deadheading is an important part of bleeding heart pruning. When your plant is blooming, check it every few days and remove individual spent flowers by pinching them off with your fingers. When an entire stem of flowers has passed, cut it off with pruning shears just a few inches (8 cm.) above the ground.

❓ Can you touch a bleeding heart plant?

👉 All parts of the bleeding heart plant are toxic, both when eaten and when touched. A touch causes skin irritation. Eating the plant induces vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions and breathing difficulty.

❓ What happens if my dog eats a bleeding heart plant?

👉 When ingested, Bleeding Heart buds and flowers are toxic and can cause vomiting and seizures. Frankly, the same results would be found in humans as in dogs, but it's unlikely that you'll start snacking in your garden tomorrow.

❓ Are bleeding hearts poisonous to touch?

👉 All parts of the bleeding heart plant are toxic, both when eaten and when touched. A touch causes skin irritation. Eating the plant induces vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions and breathing difficulty.

❓ Are bleeding hearts fragrant?

👉 In mid to late spring, gracefully arching stems are adorned with terminal clusters of 4-8 fragrant, white, heart-shaped flowers, 1/2 in. long (1 cm).

❓ What to plant after bleeding heart dies?

👉 Classic companions include hostas and ferns. Their foliage is usually picking up speed just as the bleeding heart finishes blooming and begins to decline. Brunnera macrophylla makes a good partner as well. The cultivar 'Jack Frost' is very popular.

❓ What is Dicentra spectabilis?

👉 Dicentra (Bleeding Hearts) One of the most spectacular and popular species, Dicentra spectabilis (Common or Old-Fashioned Bleeding Heart) also known as Lamprocapnos spectabilis, grows in 2-3 ft. tall clumps (60-90 cm), and can make substantial specimens with gracefully arching stems studded with lockets of flowers,...

❓ What is the difference between Dicentra spectabilis Alba and gold heart?

👉 Flowers of Dicentra spectabilis Alba. ‘Alba’ – with white flowers comes true from seed. This cultivar seems to tolerate summer heat better than the normal pink type, but is not as vigorous a plant. ‘Gold Heart’ – with bright golden-green leaves. Dicentra exima.

❓ What is a bleeding heart plant?

👉 One of the most elegant of perennials, Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis) is a graceful herbaceous perennial boasting gracefully arching stems studded with lockets of pink flowers, whose hearts are no doubt bleeding, adorned with protruding white petals.

❓ What does Dicentra look like when not in flower?

👉 Dicentra spectabilis begins to senesce in summer, unless it’s cool and moist. The green to pink stems are very fleshy. The powdery-green leaves are divided into three leaflets. Although they are attractive when not in flower, the plants usually start to senesce by August and go dormant in the summer.

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