LAMPROCAPNOS spectabilis 'Valentine'
Medium
Part shade
Red
Fertile soil
Reasonable soil
Spring
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Description
Lamprocapnos spectabilis Valentine ('Hordival'PBR)
Height x Spread: 60cm x 60cm
This clump-forming perennial was previously known as Dicentra. Dark red arching stems hold delicate red heart-shaped flowers above the green deeply divided foliage, during late spring.
Ideally plant in a sheltered spot in partial shade and humus-rich soil where these plants will thrive. Commonly known as Bleeding Heart this is a fantastic plant to use under shrubs and roses and for the front of your shady beds and borders.
All parts of this plant are toxic.
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