Dicentra — 3 species

Botanical species in the genus Dicentra recorded in the PlantPeers database.

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Dicentra canadensis

Dicentra canadensis

Family: Papaveraceae

Cultivation

Easily grown in a rich light soil, preferably neutral to slightly acid. Prefers light shade and a sheltered position according to one report whilst another says that it prefers heavier shade. Grows well in a sheltered corner of the rock garden.

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Dicentra cucullaria

Dicentra cucullaria

Family: Papaveraceae

Cultivation

Easily grown in a rich light soil, preferably neutral to slightly acid. Prefers light shade and a sheltered position but also succeeds in heavier shade. Plants are hardy to at least -20°c.

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Dicentra spectabilis

Dicentra spectabilis

Family: Papaveraceae

Cultivation

Easily grown in a rich light soil. Grows best in a light but good woodland soil, preferably not limy. Prefers light shade and some shelter from winds.

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