Fringed Bleeding Heart (Dicentra eximia) adds a soft, woodland look with finely cut blue-green foliage and dangling, heart-shaped blooms. Flowers begin in spring and can continue on and off through summer, creating a long season of color for shade gardens, naturalistic plantings, and mixed borders.

Give your plant well-drained soil that stays evenly moist, especially during establishment. A layer of leaf mold or compost helps conserve moisture and supports steady growth. Once established, it can handle short dry spells better than many shade perennials, but consistent moisture keeps foliage looking its best.

Site it in filtered light or partial shade for the healthiest growth and best flowering. In cooler climates it can take more sun, but in brighter exposures plan on extra water and afternoon protection. Mature plants form clumps about 12-18 inches tall with a similar spread, tucking neatly between larger perennials and spring bulbs.

Pair Dicentra eximia with other woodland favorites such as alumroot, Jacob's-ladder, ferns, and wild ginger for layered texture. The plant is typically avoided by deer and rabbits, making it a dependable choice for gardens where browsing is a challenge.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 3-9 (-40 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 12-18"
• Spread: 18-24"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Rabbits
• Long bloom time: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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