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Bleeding Heart 'Gold Heart': Golden Foliage for Shade Gardens

Bleeding Heart 'Gold Heart' (Dicentra spectabilis)

Vivid golden foliage on large, open plants brightens darker shade gardens. Traditional heart-shaped pink flowers dangle from long wands above the leaves. Perfect for woodland gardens and under large shade trees. Herbaceous perennial.

Growing Requirements

Partial Shade, Full Shade
Moderate Moisture Moderate
Height Height: 2 feet or less
Spread Spread: 1 – 2 feet

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