{"product_id":"ja-lamprocapnos-spectabilis-bleeding-heart","title":"Lamprocapnos spectabilis (Bleeding Heart) Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e, known as Bleeding Heart, is a classic spring perennial valued for its distinctive heart-shaped flowers that hang from elegant arching stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink and white blooms appear above soft mounds of divided green foliage, bringing colour and structure to shady borders in late spring and early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–100cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e rose-pink with white inner petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade or shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e forms a clump of soft, divided mid-green leaves that can grow up to 40cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the centre of the plant, smooth arching stems develop. These carry rows of heart-shaped flowers that hang evenly along the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are usually rose-pink with a white inner petal, creating the distinctive “bleeding heart” appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant has long been grown in cottage gardens and woodland borders for its graceful form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon names include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleeding heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleeding hearts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutchman's breeches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLady in the bath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocks and keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyre flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy bleeding heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant is also known under the botanical synonym:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eDicentra spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e can support early-season garden wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers can attract early pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides sheltered habitat in shady borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in wildlife-friendly woodland planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine with other shade plants to create a diverse woodland habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Bleeding Heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaded garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist, sheltered beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow space for the plant to form a full arching clump for the best display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes in spring or autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a partially shaded or shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse humus-rich soil improved with compost or leaf mould.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant with the crown just below soil level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch annually to help retain soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage may die back during warm summer weather. New growth returns the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive heart-shaped pink flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant arching stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent plant for shade gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable perennial that forms larger clumps over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic cottage garden favourite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a graceful flowering plant for shady borders, \u003cem\u003eLamprocapnos spectabilis\u003c\/em\u003e provides a distinctive display each spring with its well-known heart-shaped blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516496847235,"sku":"JA-D2050","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516496880003,"sku":"JA-D2050x10","price":45.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":57516496912771,"sku":"JA-D2050x100","price":419.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Dicentra-spectabilis_8603-768x1152.jpg?v=1773141228","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-lamprocapnos-spectabilis-bleeding-heart","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}