![]() Their delicate and graceful demeanor may be misleading, as these plants are surprisingly resilient and easy to grow.īleeding hearts prefer partial shade with fertile, moist, well-drained soils, but they are also tolerant of other conditions. Their delicate flowers and foliage are nice textural compliments to other shade-loving perennials like hosta and coral bells. Several of these species perform well in Iowa landscapes. There are approximately 20 different species of bleeding hearts that are native to moist woodland areas in Asia and North America. The unique heart-like flowers are created by two-spurred petals with a protruding inner petal that creates the “drop of blood” common for bleeding hearts. Their distinctive spring flowers are often complimented by finely-divided or dissected foliage. ![]() Bleeding hearts are elegant perennials that grace many gardens and landscapes in Iowa.
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