Dicentra spectabilis - 'Alba' (Bleeding Heart)
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Dicentra spectabilis cultivation notes: This low growing herbaceous perennial prefers being located in a sheltered spot in dappled shade. Plant in a moist humus rich soil. Cut back in dead foliage and flowers in autumn, propagate tired clumps by division and mulch regularly.This low growing woodland herbaceous perennial prefers being located in a sheltered spot in dappled shade. Plant in a moist humus rich garden soil that is neutral or alkaline. Cut back in dead foliage and flowers in autumn, propagate tired clumps by division and mulch regularly. Beware of seedlings which may not come true to colour - avoid by swiftly dead heading.
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Plant Strengths: Suitable for container growing; Tolerates permanently wet soil.
Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations.
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