{"product_id":"dicentra-passion-hearts-2ltr-pot","title":"Dicentra 'Passion Hearts' Plant- 2Ltr Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDicentra 'Passion Hearts' – Bleeding Heart – 2Ltr Pot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and long-flowering, \u003cstrong\u003eDicentra 'Passion Hearts'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modern \u003cstrong\u003eBleeding Heart perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e that produces masses of rich rose-pink flowers above delicate blue-green foliage. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and patio containers, this compact variety offers exceptional seasonal colour from late spring through to early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbundant \u003cstrong\u003edeep rose-pink heart-shaped flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e over an extended season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttractive \u003cstrong\u003efinely divided blue-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e adds soft texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact habit perfect for \u003cstrong\u003esmaller gardens and patio containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong\u003epartial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e and sheltered garden positions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for combining with \u003cstrong\u003ehostas, ferns, and shade-loving perennials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e and reliable in most UK garden conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDicentra 'Passion Hearts' is a refined and compact bleeding heart variety valued for its long flowering period and elegant appearance. Unlike traditional dicentras that bloom briefly in spring, this modern cultivar continues producing vivid rose-pink flowers from late spring well into summer, often extending into early autumn. The flowers hang gracefully from slender stems above mounds of delicate \u003cstrong\u003efern-like blue-green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a light and airy effect in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30cm in height and spread\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tidy perennial is ideal for mixed borders, shaded courtyards, woodland-style planting, and decorative patio pots. Its controlled growth habit makes it easy to combine with spring bulbs and summer-flowering companions without overwhelming neighbouring plants. The foliage remains fresh and attractive throughout the growing season, especially when planted in cooler, partially shaded positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDicentra 'Passion Hearts' thrives in \u003cstrong\u003efertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. 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