Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana
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A spreading rhizomatous perennial with abundant, long lobed leaves which are 10-45cm and grey above and beneath. Pendulous cream flowers, occasionally yellow with pink tips, are borne on branching, arching stems in late spring and early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana (Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana)
- Genus
- Dicentra
- Family
- Papaveraceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
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- Height
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- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana
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Dicentra formosa subsp. oregana care guide
- Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep rich woodland soil evenly moist, never baking dry in summer
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed monthly during spring and early summer growth
Pruning
PruningPruning generally not required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring or after the leaves have died down
Growing
GrowingPlant in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil. Best in neutral or slightly alkaline soil, in part shade with shelter
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be suscceptible to slugs and snails damaging emerging foliage
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