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How to Choose and Buy Healthy Bleeding Heart
(Dicentra eximia)
Bleeding Heart, also known as Wild Bleedingheart, Bleeding-Heart, Fringed Bleeding Heart, Staggarweed
Optimal time to purchase bleeding Heart is early to mid-spring. This unique plant is known for its fast growth rate and moderate maintenance, making it a popular choice amongst gardeners. When buying, seek out specimens with vibrant foliage, signifying a healthy plant.
Shade-loving
Blooms in Spring
Attracts hummingbirds
Perennial
Heart-shaped flowers
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What Is the Best Time for Buying Bleeding Heart?

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The Symbolic or Cultural Significance of Bleeding Heart

Bleeding Heart is often seen as a symbol of unrequited or lost love, due to its heart shaped flowers. In both Victorian and Asian cultures, bleeding Heart is employed to communicate emotions, representing passionate love and longing. In Feng Shui, it's believed that bleeding Heart with its vibrant pink color invokes love and enhances positive relationships, often used to improve romance luck. Moreover, it's also used in remembrance ceremonies to honor loved ones who have passed away.
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How to Select Healthy Bleeding Heart?

To select a healthy bleeding Heart, look for vibrant green leaves without any yellowing or browning. Ensure the plant is free from pests such as aphids or spider mites. Check for robust stems and an overall vigorous appearance. Avoid plants with wilting or drooping foliage, as these can indicate poor health. Inspect the soil for signs of proper drainage and moisture. A healthy bleeding Heart should display new growth, indicating that the plant is thriving and well-cared-for.
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Temporary plant pots or mismatched sizes;
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