Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba'
Overview
Uses: Elegant, fast-growing springtime perennial that flourishes in shady gardens, perfect for adding a touch of serenity!
Benefits: Showcases delicate white heart-shaped flowers that create a peaceful ambiance! Attracts bees and butterflies!
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9
Sun: Partial shade to full shade
Life Cycle: Perennial
Mature Height: 24" - 30"
Mature Width: 18" - 24"
Bloom Season: Spring
Summary
The essence of tranquility in the shaded woodland garden!
Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba'—commonly known as Bleeding Heart 'Alba', and the White Bleeding Heart—is a graceful, low maintenance plant famed for its pure white heart-shaped flowers and arching green stems. It's an ideal choice for bringing a calm, soothing effect to shaded garden areas and serves as an exquisite accent or border plant.
This ornamental gem is beloved for its elegant blooms, attracting bees and butterflies, thereby enhancing the garden's natural ecosystem.
Robust and adaptable, it thrives in diverse North American climates, flourishing in the dappled shade beneath tree canopies. It establishes quickly and presents a stunning visual when planted in groups.
After blooming has ended (usually sometime around late spring), Dicentra enters a period of dormancy and dies back until early the following spring.
Care
White Bleeding Heart Care
Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' is straightforward to care for and demands little attention.
Fertilization is seldom needed but can encourage more vigorous growth and flowering.
We recommend using our slow release fertilizer, or a similar product.
It prefers cooler environments and should be cultivated in partial to full shade to prevent exposure to intense sun.
Ensuring the soil is consistently moist and well-drained is vital for its health.
Regular watering is important, especially during dry spells. The plant excels in humus-rich, well-draining soil and is tolerant of various pH levels.
Pruning after the flowering season assists in maintaining its shape and promoting health.
Size
Size of White Bleeding Heart for Sale Online
Our Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' is available in premium grow pots, with each plant ideally suited to its container. For more information, please contact us.
Size of White Bleeding Heart When Fully Grown
Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' achieves a mature height of 24" - 30" and a width of 18" - 24".
Additional Information
Common Names of Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba'
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Bleeding Heart 'Alba'
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White Bleeding Heart
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Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart
Toxicity and Risks of White Bleeding Heart
Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' is toxic if ingested. It should be kept away from pets and children. All parts of the plant contain compounds that can be harmful, and ingestion can result in symptoms such as drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy.
