Dicentra scandens
Description:
This intriguing climbing bleeding heart has masses of pendulous, yellow, heart-shaped flowers and mid-green, divided leaves. It prefers a shady to a partially shaded position where it can grow into some sun. Will cascade handsomely from pots and containers and makes an unusual feature plant when supported on a trellis or fencing. You can also grow it into shrubs. Blooms mid summer often until frost. Popular with hummingbirds.
Common Name: Climbing Bleeding Heart
Family: Papaveraceae (The Poppy Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 6-10'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Vine
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Climbs up and rambles around small trees and shrubs.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Himalayas
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