Amore Rose Bleeding Heart
Amore Rose Bleeding Heart
Rose-Pink Hearts Over Cool Silver-Blue Foliage
Amore Rose Bleeding Heart (Dicentra 'Amore Rose') pairs finely cut, silver-blue fern-like foliage with rose-pink, heart-shaped flowers that rebloom from late spring into fall. Compact and tidy, it never goes dormant in summer like classic bleeding heart, so it holds the front of a shaded border all season. A hummingbird favorite that's deer-resistant and reliably hardy, it's a charming choice for shaded edges in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.
Amore Rose Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Dicentra 'Amore Rose' |
| Mature Size | 10–14 in. tall, 12–16 in. wide |
| Hardiness Zone | 3–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy) |
| Light | Part shade to full shade; tolerates more sun with moisture |
| Bloom Time | Late spring through fall (reblooming) |
| Flower Color | Rose-pink hearts |
| Soil | Moist, rich, well-drained; amend clay with compost |
| Winter Hardiness | Reliable to -30°F once established |
| Deer Resistance | Rarely browsed by deer or rabbits |
| Foliage | Silver-blue, finely cut; stays through the season |
Landscape Uses in Minnesota
Long-blooming shade edging: The cool foliage and months of rose-pink hearts hold the front of a shaded border. Space 14–16 inches apart.
Woodland and pollinator beds: Hummingbirds visit the hearts. Pair with hostas, ferns, and astilbe.
Best Time to Plant in Minnesota
Plant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September) into rich, moist, shaded soil. Keep moist through establishment.
How to Plant Amore Rose Bleeding Heart
Dig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2 inches deep. Space 14–16 inches apart.
Watering Amore Rose Bleeding Heart
First year: Keep evenly moist — water every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.
After year one: Prefers steady moisture for continuous bloom — water during dry spells.
Q: Does it stay compact and keep its foliage?
Yes — this fernleaf type stays tidy and holds its silver-blue foliage all season instead of going dormant like classic bleeding heart.
Q: Does it rebloom?
Yes — it flowers from late spring into fall, especially with steady moisture.
Q: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?
Easily — hardy to zone 3, returning each spring.
Q: Is it deer-resistant?
Yes — deer and rabbits rarely browse it.
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Amore Titanium Bleeding Heart (Dicentra): The white-flowered counterpart from the same series.
Luxuriant Bleeding Heart (Dicentra): A cherry-pink fernleaf rebloomer.
Hosta: A bold-leaved shade companion for contrast.
How Many Amore Rose Bleeding Heart Do I Need?
Set plants about 14–16 in. apart for a continuous shaded edge. For a quick estimate by bed run:
| Bed Length | Plants Needed |
|---|---|
| 10 ft | 8 plants |
| 20 ft | 16 plants |
| 30 ft | 24 plants |
| 40 ft | 32 plants |
For a fuller look in a single spot, plant in groups of 3–5, 14 in. apart.
Amore Rose Bleeding Heart Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: Silver-blue, fern-like foliage emerges and the first rose-pink hearts open in late spring.
- Summer: Unlike old-fashioned bleeding heart, this fernleaf type holds its cool foliage and keeps reblooming through the heat.
- Fall: Flowering continues into autumn, especially with steady moisture, until hard frost.
- Winter: Dies back to the ground and rests underground, returning reliably each spring to -30°F.
At a Glance
✔ Deer-Resistant ✔ Shade-Tolerant ✔ Pollinator-Friendly
Plant It With
- Alba White Bleeding Heart — pure-white hearts to brighten the same shaded drift.
- Luxuriant Bleeding Heart — a cherry-pink fernleaf rebloomer that extends the color.
- Alexandria Brunnera — silver leaves and blue spring flowers that echo the cool foliage.
- Japanese Painted Fern — silvery fronds for soft texture between the clumps.
Is Amore Rose Bleeding Heart Right for Your Yard?
It thrives in part to full shade with rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil — perfect for north- and east-facing beds and woodland edges across the Twin Cities. Deer and rabbits leave it alone. Not a fit if your only open spot is hot, dry full sun, where the foliage scorches and bloom drops off.