Dicentra scandens

 

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

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Fragrance:  No

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Benefits:  Hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Climbs up and rambles around small trees and shrubs.

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