Perennials

Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose'

Dicentra

Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose': 35 cm tall and 35 cm spread, partial shade to full shade. Pink flowers in May-August. Zone 5; choose a soil compatible with its moisture needs.

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Exposure
Partial shade to shade
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 5

Discover the plant

Common nameBleeding Heart 'Amore Rose'
FamilyPapaveraceae
GenusBleeding heart
CultivarAmore Rose
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDicentra

For a composition in partial to full shade, Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' (Dicentra 'Amore Rose') offers flowers in shades of pink. The foliage features green hues, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is May-August. Its size of 35 cm by 35 cm reserves it a place in partial shade beds and woodland gardens, without forgetting the space of its neighbours.

In terms of cultivation, Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' prefers partial to full shade; the recommended soil is kept moist, Clayey. Support the rooting of Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' with deep watering, then check the humidity before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications to already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its 35 cm spread avoids having to move the clump in the first seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 5, to be evaluated according to the conditions of your garden.

Throughout the seasons, Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' benefits from timely care: let the foliage yellow naturally and locate the crown so as not to damage it during its dormant period. Some bleeding hearts go dormant during the summer; the disappearance of leaves does not justify saturating the soil. For associations, consider daylilies, coneflowers, campanulas in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (May-August) and spread of 35 cm will serve as benchmarks for distributing other plants around this plant.

Cœur saignant ‘Amore Rose’ — Dicentra

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Spacing / density 13.8 inches
Best planting time Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Growing method
Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold. Accompany the rooting of Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Some bleeding hearts go dormant during the summer; the disappearance of leaves does not justify saturating the soil.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Care level

Current maintenance

Watering

Help the Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' establish itself with deep watering, then check the soil moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications to already damp soil.

Soil type

Kept moist, Clay-like

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Moisture

Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball

Seasonal care

Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose': allow the foliage to yellow naturally and mark the plant's location to avoid damaging it during its dormant period. During its flowering period (May-August), also keep an eye out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

A stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try out Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Cœur saignant ‘Amore Rose’ — Dicentra

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

14 inches (35.5 cm)

Width / spread

14 inches (35.5 cm)

Flower color

Pink

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

Moderate

Growth habit

Erected

Fragrance

Not documented for this selection

Bloom period

May-August
Cœur saignant ‘Amore Rose’ — Dicentra

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Associations to consider for Bleeding Heart ‘Amore Rose’: daylilies, coneflowers, bellflowers. Choose varieties that tolerate partial to full shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.

Plants to avoid

Regarding bleeding heart ‘Amore Rose,’ above all, avoid neighboring plants that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

Where to plant Bleeding Heart ‘Amore Rose’?
Provide partial to full shade and suitable soil (kept moist, Clayey). Some bleeding hearts go dormant during summer; the disappearance of leaves does not justify saturating the soil.
What place should be given to ‘Amore Rose’ Bleeding Heart?
Expect a height of about 35 cm and a width of 35 cm when mature. Space plants approximately 35 cm apart, adjusting for actual clump development. This size is suitable for use in shade beds and woodland gardens.
When does Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' bloom?
The indicated period is May-August. The flower palette is pink. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose'?
Support the establishment of Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. Let the foliage yellow naturally and mark the plant's location to avoid damaging it during its dormant period.
Can you grow Bleeding Heart 'Amore Rose' in a pot?
To try ‘Amore Rose’ Bleeding Heart in a container, choose a sturdy pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.