Dicentra spectabilis

£7.49

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SKU: 1574 Category:

Description

Delicate and dramatic, Dicentra spectabilis is a spring showstopper with gracefully arching stems of heart-shaped pink flowers that seem to float above soft green foliage. A true cottage garden favourite, it thrives in dappled shade and adds a romantic, whimsical touch to shady borders and underplanting schemes. Perfect for pairing with hostas, ferns or aquilegia in South London gardens seeking a soft, layered look.



Plants supplied in a 14CM grower’s pot.


 


Key Features & Care:




  • Mature Height: 60–90cm


  • Mature Spread: 45–60cm


  • Flower Colour: Pink with white inner petals


  • Flowering Period: Mid to late spring


  • Foliage: Deciduous


  • Fragrant: No


  • Growth Rate: Fast-growing


  • Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions


  • Position: Full sun to partial shade (prefers light shade)


  • Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


  • Soil PH: Acid, neutral


  • Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


  • Wildlife Friendly: Attracts early pollinators and provides cover for beneficial insects

 


Perfect For:




  • Coastal and urban gardens


  • Shady borders and woodland-style planting


  • Cottage garden schemes


  • Spring interest and soft colour palettes

 


How to Grow:


Plant in free-draining, moisture-retentive soil with shelter from harsh midday sun. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering and avoid disturbing the roots once established.


 


Please note:


Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.