Fringed Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Eximia) is a perennial herb in the Papaveraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Dicentra eximia is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its fern-like foliage and clusters of heart-shaped magenta-pink flowers that bloom from late spring to fall.

Fringed Bleeding Heart

Fringed Bleeding Heart

Dicentra Eximia

Dicentra eximia is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its fern-like foliage and clusters of heart-shaped magenta-pink flowers that bloom from late spring to fall.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fringed Bleeding Heart

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Papaveraceae
Genus:Dicentra