Dicentra 'Valentine' is a new colour in a much loved, old fashioned perennial. The bright red, puffy heart shaped flowers with a white tip dangle from deep red, arching stems. When the lovely, finely dissected foliage is emerging in the spring it has a purple cast to it. This variety quickly forms a robust clump. This variety will go summer dormant so situate carefully.
- Height: 76 - 91 cm (30 - 36 in)
- Spread: 76 - 91 cm (30 - 36 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 3
- Sun or Shade: partial sun to partial shade
- Bloom Time: late spring
- Leaf Colour: gold
- Bloom Colour: red
- Critter Resistance: deer
- Nature Attraction: hummingbirds
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Dicentra is a woodland plant that likes rich, organic soil that is moist but well drained. At planting time amend the soil with compost. This Dicentra frequently goes summer dormant. We situate it toward the back of the border where it will be hidden once the large leaved hostas and other background perennials appear. It can be divided in early fall.
Bloomfest Garden Art Show
Mark your calendar for July 20-28. We will be open every day during that time. Our Bloomfest Garden Show is happening and our daylily field will be in full bloom. This year we will be displaying the work of 23 artists throughout the gardens and daylily field. It is easy to visualize how a piece of art might look in your own garden when you see it in displayed in a garden here.
Suzanne and Bruce and the Whitehouse Team
July Art Show
Coming Soon Details on our exciting Garden Art Show
The purpose of our Garden Art Show is to merge the beauty of art with the tranquility and aesthetics of a garden, creating a unique and immersive experience for visitors.
You don't want to miss these pieces that harmonize with the surroundings and evoke a sense of connection to nature.
Check Back in May for dates and times.
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