New Dicentra
- Subject: New Dicentra
- From: K* B*
- Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2001 15:22:05 -0400
I recently discovered a new bleeding heart - Dicentra spectabilis 'Gold
Heart'. Found it at K-Mart of all places! The tag says "A new twist on
this old-fashioned favorite! Vigorous new growth is flame colored
turning brilliant gold and later in the summer turning fresh lime green.
Dainty pink-red, heart-shaped blooms dangle from the enticing foliage in
spring. Certain to please in mixed borders, rock gardens, and woodland
settings. Combines beautifully with ferns, fuchsias, and begonias. Amend
soil with organic matter before planting. Water regularly during hot
summer weather, but keep drier in autumn and winter. Prefers a sheltered
position. Color looks best in part shade". 30-36" x 18-24"
http://plants-magazine.com/newplants/newplant19.shtml
From Two Rainy Sides Garden site:
"A new perennial coming to the Americas out of England is D. spectabilis
'Gold Heart'. Stems of pink hearts reaches three feet tall. Already on
my wish list for this year, I hope to add it to my shade garden. Its
foliage may burn in full sun."
Karen
z5a, north central OH
