Bleeding Heart

Lamprocapnos spectabilis

easy outdoor ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks, keep soil moist

☀️ Light

Partial shade to full shade

💦 Humidity

Average

🌡️ Temperature

45–70°F (7–21°C)

🪏 Soil

Rich, moist, well-draining soil

✨ Fertilizing

Once in spring

🪴 Repotting

Every 3–4 years

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About Bleeding Heart

Arching stems of heart-shaped flowers in pink or white. Goes dormant in summer heat — a spring ephemeral.

Care tips

  • Goes dormant in summer heat — this is normal
  • Plant with hostas to fill the gap when it goes dormant
  • Toxic to pets and humans

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