Lamprocapnos spectabilis (bleeding heart) is a member of the Papaveraceae family. This perennial exhibits a clump forming growth habit and is characterized by its deciduous foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy – very cold winter (-20 to -15ºc), and is hardy throughout the uk and northern europe. many plants grown in containers will be damaged unless given protection. .
When fully mature, Lamprocapnos spectabilis can reach an ultimate height of 0.5–1 metres and a spread of 0.5–1 metres. For optimal growth, it prefers north–facing, east–facing, west–facing aspect and sheltered exposure. It thrives best in chalk, clay, loam soil types and should be placed in a partial shade position.
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