Lamprocapnos spectabilis Valentine ('Hordival'PBR)
bleeding heart 'Valentine'
A clump-forming perennial to about 1m tall, with deeply cut foliage emerging pinkish-red but becoming green by early summer. Arching stems dripping with heart-shaped vivid red and white strongly contrasting flowers are produced in late spring
Synonyms
Lamprocapnos spectabilis 'Hordival'PBRDicentra spectabilis 'Valentine'
see moreDicentra 'Valentine'
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Red White | Red Green | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red White | Green | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Potentially harmful
- All parts cause stomach ache if ingested, the foliage may aggravate skin allergies. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Lamprocapnos are rhizomatous perennials with attractively divided leaves and pendent, heart-shaped flowers
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil, preferably neutral or slightly alkaline; site in partial shade although will tolerate sun if the soil is moist
Propagation
Propagate by division in early spring or after the leaves have died down or propagate by root cuttings in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required, tidy up plants after flowering as foliage dies back
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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