Lamprocapnos eximia 'Alba' (White Bleeding Heart)
Botanical Information
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Lamprocapnos |
| Species | eximia |
| Cultivar | 'Alba' |
| Synonyms | Dicentra eximia 'Alba' |
| Category | Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 2a - 9b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 3 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -45 -(-4) |
| Temperature (°F) | -50 - 25 |
| Height | 60 - 90 cm |
| Spread | 45 - 60 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Easily propagated by root cuttings in the autumn. |
| Cultivation | D. eximia prefers semi-shaded location, moist soil with good organic content. Average water needs; water regularly; do not overwater. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | The delicate, fern like leaves are grey green, forming loose mounds. |
| Flower Description | The heart-shaped flowers are borne along the arching stems rising above the leaves. |
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