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Description
Dicentra Burning Hearts is a beautiful perennial plant that belongs to the Papaveraceae family. This plant is also known as Bleeding Heart and is native to Japan. It has a unique heart-shaped flower that blooms in late spring and early summer. The flowers are vibrant pink and hang from slender stems, creating a stunning display. The foliage is blue-green and fern-like, adding to the plant’s overall beauty. Dicentra Burning Hearts is a great addition to any garden, adding color and texture.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Dicentra |
Appearance
Dicentra Burning Hearts is a stunning plant that can grow up to 30 inches in height and spread up to 24 inches. The plant has blue-green, finely-cut foliage that is fern-like and delicate. The flowers are heart-shaped, vibrant pink, and hang from slender stems. The blooms appear in late spring and early summer and can last for several weeks. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a great addition to any garden, adding color and texture.
Care Guide
Dicentra Burning Hearts is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care. Here is a care guide to help you grow healthy and vibrant plants:- Water: The plant prefers moist soil, so regular watering is essential. Water the plant deeply at least once a week, more often if the weather is hot and dry.- Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant blooms.- Soil: The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. Amend the soil with compost or well-rotted manure before planting.- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. It can tolerate full sun in cooler climates but may require more frequent watering.- Hardiness Zones: Dicentra Burning Hearts is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Dicentra Burning Hearts is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, here are some common issues and how to treat them:- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease appears as a white, powdery coating on the foliage. Treat with a fungicide and improve air circulation around the plant.- Slugs and snails: These pests can damage the foliage and flowers. Use a slug bait or handpick them at night.
Habitat
Dicentra Burning Hearts is native to Japan and prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a great addition to woodland gardens, shaded borders, and cottage gardens. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and can tolerate cold winters.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Dicentra Burning Hearts grow in full sun?
A: The plant prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. It can tolerate full sun in cooler climates but may require more frequent watering.
Q: Can I grow Dicentra Burning Hearts in a container?
A: Yes, you can grow Dicentra Burning Hearts in a container as long as it has good drainage and the soil is kept moist.
Q: How often should I fertilize my Dicentra Burning Hearts?
A: Use a balanced fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant blooms.
Q: Can Dicentra Burning Hearts tolerate cold winters?
A: Yes, Dicentra Burning Hearts is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and can tolerate cold winters.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Dicentra Burning Hearts that you may also be interested in:- Dicentra spectabilis (Bleeding Heart)- Dicentra eximia (Wild Bleeding Heart)- Aquilegia (Columbine)- Astilbe (False Spirea)- Hosta (Plantain Lily)
References
– “Dicentra ‘Burning Hearts’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c370.- “Dicentra ‘Burning Hearts’.” Plant Finder, Monrovia, monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/4467/burning-hearts-bleeding-heart/.- “Dicentra Burning Hearts.” White Flower Farm, whiteflowerfarm.com/dicentra-burning-hearts.
