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Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix (Dicentra eximia & formosa)

Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix (Dicentra eximia & formosa)

Carefree mix of red, pink and white. Fern-like foliage adds interest through fall and blooms outlast other dicentra.
  • Hardiness Zones 4-8
  • Mature Height 10 - 12 inches
  • Bloom Time Late spring to early-mid fall
  • Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
  • Ship AsPREMIUM Root
  • Deer Resistant

We ship this item in Fall

Botanical Name: Dicentra eximia (various types)

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SKU: #89332
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Product Details

  • Restricted States US:

    AE AK GU HI PR VI
  • Botanical Name:

    Dicentra eximia (various types)
  • Ship As:

    Root
  • Size:

    PREMIUM
  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Container Gardening, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator
  • Flower Color:

    Mixed
  • Flower Form:

    Heart shaped flowers
  • Foliage Type:

    Blue-green and fern-like foliage
  • Mature Spread:

    12 - 18 inches
  • Spacing:

    12 - 18 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    Plant with sprouts just below soil level and about 12-18" apart
  • Soil Moisture:

    Well drained
  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
  • Pruning Instructions:

    None
  • Winter Care:

    Mulch +/- 2"
  • Planting Depth:

    Top of plant should be even with soil level or slightly above
  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater
  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year
  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.
We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule. Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48 contiguous states. What zone am I in?

Fall 2025 Shipping Schedule

  • Dormant Bulbs and Perennials
    Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date
    3A - 6B 9/1/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025
    7A - 11B 9/22/25 - 12/5/25 12/1/2025


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Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.

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Reviewed by 2 customers

very disappointing

Submitted 3 years ago

By MD gardener

From West Friendship, MD

Only 4 of 5 plants came up and all very tiny. Only one has any blooms. Recommend buying plant at a nursery instead.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Would definitely recommend

Submitted 6 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

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These are STILL blooming - and it's JULY!!! These have not stopped since April - WOW!

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Questions & Answers

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How many are in one bag?
Asked by LAD
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart offer includes 5 bareroot plants per bag.Was this answer helpful to you
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When do I plant these in zone 7a?
Asked by Becky
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart bareroot plants are shipped this fall and should be planted when they arrive.Was this answer helpful to you
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How many plants per bag?
Asked by Jim
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix contains 5 bareroot plants.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello. Which plant is shipped to zip code 20148? Dicentra exima or dicentra formosa?
Asked by Jen
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix will include Dicentra eximia (various types).Was this answer helpful to you
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Will each of these be labeled w a color so 2 of the same wouldn't be planted next to each other?
Asked by Luckylady
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix will not have the plants individually labeled.Was this answer helpful to you
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Where do bleeding heart plants grow best? Mine dry up and do not come back the next year.
Asked by Janet
Verified Reply - AngelaFernleaf Bleeding Hearts are shade plants and prefer average moisture. If you have had issues in the past, try amending your soil with compost or leaf mold to improve drainage and keep the roots cool and slightly moist.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can these bleeding hearts be planted in the container??
Asked by Usha
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix can be planted in containers. Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello, I have two questions. In this mix, do you get 1 of each color? Is it possible to get all red? I am ordering no matter what, just need to decide on how many once I hear back form you. Thank you for your time. Lisa
Asked by Lisa
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Fernleaf Bleeding Heart Mix is a random mix of red, pink and white. We can't guarantee any specific color mix. We don't currently have the red plants available individually. Was this answer helpful to you
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