Dicentra spectabilis Gold Heart

Golden Bleeding Heart

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A charming perennial featuring golden-yellow heart-shaped flowers hanging from arching stems, with delicate fern-like foliage that often dies back in summer heat.
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Plant Details

Common Name Golden Bleeding Heart
Family Papaveraceae
Genus Dicentra
Species Spectabilis
Variety Gold Heart
Origin Cultivar of European/Asian origin
Blooming Late spring to early summer, sometimes resprouts in fall if cool
Leaf Color Fern-like blue-green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, humus-heavy loam with excellent drainage; keep moist but not waterlogged

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Watering

Regular watering during active growth; reduce significantly once foliage dies back in summer heat

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Sunlight & Care

Partial to full shade; direct sun causes scorching and hastens dormancy

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring growth period only

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers to encourage longevity; cut dead foliage completely after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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