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Oct 4, 2024 · Plant a bleeding heart in partial shade and rich, well-draining soil. Plant the bleeding heart's bare roots so the crown is about 1 to 2 inches below the soil. If it's planted too deeply, the crown may rot. Protect these delicate flowers from strong winds by placing a bleeding heart in an area with a windbreak and some sun protection.
- Marie Iannotti
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- Papaveraceae
Backfill with soil and water the plant. Before planting a bare root bleeding heart, soak the roots for an hour to rehydrate them. Dig a hole in well-draining soil (amended if needed) at least 1 foot wide and deep. Shape a cone of soil in the middle to position the plant at the correct height.
Bleeding Heart should be divided about every 2-5 years. This can be done in early spring, just before growth starts or in fall when the foliage is cut back. Dig up the plant carefully and divide it with a sharp shovel or garden knife. Each portion should be planted in loose soil or in containers and kept moderately moist.
Jun 30, 2021 · If transplanting bleeding hearts from bare root stock or divided plants, place them with the roots fanned out and pointing down. The ‘eyes’ (where new foliage will grow) should be about an inch below the soil level. If planted too deeply, they may rot or not flower. Water well so the soil will settle in around the roots.
Space old-fashioned bleeding hearts about 24 inches apart. Loosen the soil to 1 foot deep, mix in organic matter, and plant tubers about an inch below the surface; backfill and firm soil. Water to soak the soil after planting. Spread mulch (such as decayed leaves) around the plant to keep moisture in and weeds out.
May 31, 2023 · Take a 3- to 5-inch cutting right after the plant blooms. Remove the leaves from the bottom half of the cutting. Dip the stem in powdered rooting hormone. Fill a container with potting soil. Use a pencil to make a hole in the soil in the new pot. Put in the stem and tamp down the soil around the cutting.
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Bare root plants are best planted in the spring, and tubers can be planted in spring or fall. Work some compost into the soil first. Plant tubers with the eyes on top, about 1 inch deep. Water and add mulch. Since Bleeding-heart foliage spreads, allow two to three feet between plants.
