Gorgeous foliage and a long flowering season.
This terrific shade plant forms a robust, compact habit of beautiful bluegreen leaves that resemble a fern's fronds. From late spring to early fall, clusters of dangling, deep cerise-pink flowers grow above this striking foliage. Butterflies and honeybees find these heart-shaped, 1" blooms simply irresistible. One of the very best perennials for adding colour to shaded areas, and a great companion for your hostas and ferns. Excellent for edging and container use.
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Botanical Name: Dicentra formosana 'Luxuriant'
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Form: Perennial
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Hardiness Zone: 3-9
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Flowering Time: Late spring to early-mid fall
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Light Requirements: Partial Shade, Full Shade
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Flower Color: Deep pink
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Flower Form: Clusters of 1" heart shaped flowers
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Foliage Type: Fern-like foliage
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Growth Rate: Medium
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Height/Habit: 12 - 15 inches
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Spread: 18 inches
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Planting Instructions: Top of plant should be just below the soil level and 18" apart.
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Soil Requirements: Well drained
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Will Tolerate: Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
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Pruning: Remove faded flowers regularly will promote lots of new buds to form.