Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart
Dicentra hybrid 'Pink Diamonds'
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Delivery and Shipping
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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Photo courtesy of Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Low Maintenance, Flowering, Deer-resistant, Shade Tolerant, and Attracts pollinators
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Growth RateModerate
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT
A Bleeding Heart That Blooms All Season
Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart (Dicentra hybrid 'Pink Diamonds') rewrites the rules on bleeding hearts. Part of the Proven Winners® Sun Jewels® series, this exceptional hybrid delivers the romantic charm of traditional bleeding hearts without the frustrating summer dormancy that leaves gaps in your shade garden.
Delicate chains of soft pink, heart-shaped flowers dangle gracefully above mounds of finely dissected blue-green foliage from late spring well into fall. Each bloom features the classic bleeding heart shape gardeners love, with outer pink petals opening to reveal a white inner tip. The ferny foliage alone would earn this plant a spot in the garden, creating a soft textural contrast against bolder-leaved hostas and heucheras.
Bred for Better Performance
What sets Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart apart from heirloom bleeding hearts is its parentage. By crossing the delicate fern-leaved species Dicentra eximia and Dicentra formosa, breeders created a hybrid with dramatically improved heat tolerance and reblooming capabilities. Where old-fashioned bleeding hearts (Dicentra spectabilis) fade to nothing by midsummer, Pink Diamonds keeps pumping out flowers as long as you provide consistent moisture.
The Sun Jewels® series also handles more sun than you might expect from a woodland native. While partial shade remains ideal, Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart performs admirably with morning sun exposure, especially in northern gardens. This flexibility opens up planting options that simply were not possible with traditional bleeding hearts.
Design Ideas for Your Landscape
Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart reaches 10-12 inches tall with a similar spread, making it perfectly scaled for the front of shaded borders or along woodland paths. Mass several plants together for a soft, romantic groundcover effect beneath deciduous trees. The blue-green foliage pairs beautifully with coral bells, astilbe, Japanese painted ferns, and variegated hostas.
Container gardening works well too. Plant Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart in a decorative pot for the shaded patio where you can appreciate the intricate flowers up close. Just remember containers dry out faster and will need more frequent watering to keep this moisture-lover happy.
Wildlife Value
Hummingbirds find the tubular flowers irresistible, visiting repeatedly throughout the long bloom season. The nectar-rich blooms also support various bee species. Deer typically leave bleeding hearts alone thanks to compounds in the foliage they find unpalatable, making Pink Diamonds Bleeding Heart a smart choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
