Dicentra 'Luxuriant' (Bleeding heart)

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Bleeding hearts get their common name from the heart‑shaped blooms; in many species the flower even ‘drips’ a pale inner petal, like a tiny pendant.

Dicentra ‘Luxuriant’ is a fern‑leaf bleeding heart that forms a neat clump of finely divided foliage, then sends up arching stems of dangling blooms from late spring. It’s a lovely choice for softening paths, edges of borders, and the front of woodland‑style planting.

Plant in moist, humus‑rich soil that won’t bake dry in summer. Partial shade is ideal, though it can cope with sunnier positions if the ground stays evenly moist. Tuck it between hostas, ferns and heucheras, or use it as a gentle underplanting beneath shrubs.

Set plants at the same depth they were growing and water well to settle the roots. Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and keep the soil cool. If flowering slows, a light trim and regular watering can encourage a fresh flush of growth.

The flowers are a rich cherry tone that reads as pink‑red in the garden, bringing a warm accent without overpowering neighbours. It also mixes beautifully with blues and silvers, and the airy stems give movement even when planted in drifts.

You’ll receive one plant in the stated grade, ready for seasonal dispatch. Give it time to establish, and you’ll be rewarded with reliable spring‑to‑summer colour and attractive foliage that keeps borders looking full and finished.

Botanical name Dicentra 'Luxuriant'
Flower colour Cherry-red (pink-red)
Bulb size 2/3 N
Established height 30–40 cm
Established spread 30–50 cm
Plant spacing 5–7 per m²
Leaf colour Green
Habit Bushy
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully hardy (H5)
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Pots, Borders, Woodland garden
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Moist but well-drained
Soil type Chalk, Clay, Loam
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly No
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Plant in partial shade in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil. It will tolerate more sun if the ground stays evenly moist through summer.

How to Plant:

Set the crown at the same depth as it was growing and water in well. Space plants to allow airflow and add a spring mulch to conserve moisture.

Aftercare:

Keep watered in dry spells and deadhead if you’d like a tidier look. Cut back tired stems and leaves later in the season as the plant naturally slows down.

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