Bleeding heart (Dicentra)

BLEEDING HEART BASICS
Zones:
3-9; see specifics on other varieties.

Height/Spread:
Up to 3 feet tall and wide; also compact varieties 1 to 1.5 feet tall & wide.

Exposure:
Partial to full shade, may tolerate sun in cooler northern zones.

Bloom Time:
Common bleeding hearts bloom mid-to-late spring, see specifics on other varieties.

Color:
Varieties bloom in shades of red, pink, white and purple.

Toxicity:
Mild stomach upset can occur if any part of the plant is ingested. Foliage may also aggravate sensitive skin, so care should be taken when handling.

Other:
Bleeding hearts are deer and rabbit resistant.