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Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling]
Also Known As
- Bleeding Heart
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 16"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling] plant details
Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: papaveraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 16 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling]
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Far Reaches Farm
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Gardening facts about Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling] plant
How to Grow Dicentra formosa [Far Reaches Seedling]
Sun Exposure
- shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
2a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 3'-12'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
- mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-26"
Width: 20"-40"
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