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Bleeding Heart 'Luxuriant Fringed': Long-Blooming Red Ferny Foliage

Bleeding Heart 'Luxuriant Fringed' (Dicentra eximia)

A superb perennial with an exceptionally long blooming season. Cherry red buds open to red flowers in delicate clusters on long stalks. Finely cut blue-green foliage forms neat clumps. Tolerates full sun with adequate moisture. Herbaceous perennial.

Growing Requirements

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

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