Lamprocapnos spectabilis ‘Gold Heart’ (previously known as Dicentra spectabilis ‘Gold Heart’)
Overview
Uses: Woodland gardens, shaded borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings beneath trees.
Benefits: Brilliant golden foliage topped with classic pink, heart-shaped blooms in spring. A luminous shade perennial that brightens darker garden spaces.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
Sun: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Life Cycle: Hardy Perennial
Growth Habit: Arching, Clumping — upright stems that gently cascade outward.
Bloom Color: Soft Pink with White Inner Petals
Foliage Color: Golden Yellow
Mature Height: 24"–30"
Mature Width: 18"–24"
Bloom Season: Spring
Growth Rate: Moderate
Summary
Golden foliage that glows in the spring shade garden.
Lamprocapnos spectabilis ‘Gold Heart’ stands out for its luminous golden-yellow foliage paired with gracefully arching stems of classic pink, heart-shaped flowers. The foliage emerges bright and vibrant in early spring, providing season-long color even before bloom.
This perennial performs beautifully in woodland settings, shaded borders, and cottage-style plantings. Its bold foliage contrasts elegantly with hostas, ferns, and other shade companions.
After flowering in late spring, plants naturally enter summer dormancy, with foliage gradually declining as temperatures rise. Surrounding it with later-emerging perennials helps maintain seasonal continuity.
Care
Gold Heart Bleeding Heart Care
Plant in partial to full shade, especially in locations protected from intense afternoon sun.
Prefers humus-rich, well-drained soil that remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during dry spells to maintain vigor.
Apply a
slow release fertilizer
in early spring to support healthy growth and flowering.
Allow foliage to die back naturally after bloom. Remove spent stems once yellowing occurs.
Design Tip: Pair with late-emerging shade perennials to fill space as this plant goes dormant in early summer.
Size
What Size is the Gold Heart Bleeding Heart for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot at an actively growing stage. Size at shipment varies seasonally. For current sizing details, please
contact us
.
How Large Does Gold Heart Bleeding Heart Grow?
At maturity, this perennial typically reaches 24–30 inches tall and spreads 18–24 inches wide.
Additional Information
What are common names for this plant?
Common names include Gold Heart Bleeding Heart and Old-Fashioned Bleeding Heart.
Is this plant deer resistant?
Bleeding Heart is generally considered deer resistant, though browsing may occur when food sources are limited. Explore additional options in our
Deer Resistant Plants collection.
Where can I find more shade-loving perennials?
Browse our
Perennials collection for additional woodland and shade garden selections.
