Dicentra eximia

Dicentra eximia (wild or fringed bleeding-heart, turkey-corn) is a flowering plant with fernlike leaves and oddly shaped flowers native to the Appalachian Mountains. It is similar to the Pacific bleeding-heart (Dicentra formosa), which grows on the Pacific Coast. Dicentra eximia is a perennial herb in the Papaveraceae family.

🌳 The delicate Bleeding Heart shrub is an excellent choice for ground cover in informal cottage gardens, shade gardens, and even rock gardens. Its foliage and showy blooms emerge in the summer or fall, thriving best in shady, moist areas. The vibrant blooms not only add beauty but also attract pollinators and hummingbirds, making this plant a valuable addition to wildlife gardens as well.

Characteristics

Plant Type

Herb

Life Cycle

Perennial

Genus

Dicentra

Family

Papaveraceae

Hardiness Zone

3-9

Mature Height

30 cm to 46 cm

Mature Spread

30 cm to 46 cm

Leaf Color

Green, Gray

Leaf Type

Deciduous

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Size

0.20 cm to 0.51 cm

Bloom Time

Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer

Planting Time

Spring, Summer

Harvest Time

Early summer, Mid summer

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