The Dicentra spectabilis ‘Valentine’, also known by its botanical name Lamprocapnos spectabilis ‘Valentine’, is a spectacular shade perennial, appreciated for its deep red heart-shaped flowers with a white tip, gracefully suspended along arching stems.
Its spring bloom illuminates partially shaded flowerbeds and woodland gardens. Unlike the traditional pink form, ‘Valentine’ offers a rich, dramatic red hue that immediately catches the eye.
It develops a bushy and elegant habit, with finely cut bluish-green foliage that adds texture and lightness. This plant prefers rich, cool, well-drained soils, in partially shaded to shaded conditions.
Very hardy and easy to care for, the 'Valentine' bleeding heart is also deer resistant, an important advantage for Quebec gardens.
Botanical name: Lamprocapnos spectabilis ‘Valentine’
Synonym: Dicentra spectabilis ‘Valentine’
Type: Shade perennial
Bloom: May to June
Color: Intense red with white tip
Height: 60 to 75 cm
Width: 60 to 75 cm
Exposure: Partial shade to shade
Watering: Moderate
Soil: Rich, cool and well-drained
Hardiness: Zone 3
Assets: Spectacular bloom, decorative foliage, deer resistant
The 'Valentine' bleeding heart is ideal for those seeking a romantic, hardy and easy-to-care-for shade perennial, perfectly suited for Quebec gardens.