🌸 Bleeding Heart
Lamprocapnos spectabilis
ornamentals
herbaceous perennial
Papaveraceae
☀️ Sun
partial to full shade
💧 Water
moderate
🗺️ Zones
3-9
🧪 Soil pH
6.0-7.5
🪴 Soil Type
rich, moist
🚿 Drainage
moist, well-drained
📏 Spacing
18-24 in
📐 Height
2-3ft
⏱️ Maturity
2 years
Key:🤝 Grows well together❌ Keep apart☀️ Sun needs💧 Water🗺️ Hardiness zone
🤝 Companions (5)
🤝 Astilbe
Extends bloom season after bleeding heart fades. Same shade/moisture.
🤝 Coral Bells
Evergreen foliage fills space when bleeding heart retreats.
Woodland shade companions. Both thrive in cool moist conditions.
Hosta fills the gap as bleeding heart goes dormant in summer.
Bleeding heart at hydrangea's feet in dappled shade.
⚠️ Keep Apart (2)
⚠️ Drought-tolerant plants
Opposite water needs , requires consistently moist soil.
⚠️ Full-sun plants
Bleeding heart burns and goes dormant early in hot sun.
📝 Growing Notes
Spring ephemeral , dies back by midsummer. Plan companions to fill the gap. Cool, moist woodland conditions.
🛒 Buy Seeds & Plants
Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Johnny's Selected Seeds
Botanical Interests
True Leaf Market
Burpee
Territorial Seed Company
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