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

Dicentra formosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Pacific Northwest, known for its fern-like foliage and delicate, heart-shaped pink flowers.

Pacific Bleeding Heart

Pacific Bleeding Heart

Dicentra Formosa

Dicentra formosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Pacific Northwest, known for its fern-like foliage and delicate, heart-shaped pink flowers.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage, spring flower display

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pacific Bleeding Heart

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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Water+
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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