Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’
Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’ is an elegant, clump-forming perennial known for its graceful, arching stems lined with pure white, heart-shaped flowers. The blooms appear in late spring, creating a soft, romantic display that contrasts beautifully with its finely divided green foliage.
Ideal for shaded borders and woodland-style planting, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and should not be allowed to dry out. This reliable variety is perfect for adding structure and delicate detail to early season planting schemes.
- RHS Award of Garden Merit for excellent garden performance
- Pure white, heart-shaped flowers on arching stems
- Ideal for partial shade or dappled sun
- Perfect for woodland gardens and shaded borders
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Height 100cm - Spread 45cm
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EAN code8713123060296
- Brand
- Pot Size2L (17cm)
- AspectNorth-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- AwardAGM (Award of Garden Merit) RHS
- Flower ColourWhite
- Flower FormSingle
- Flowering MonthApril, May, June
- Foliage ColourGreen
- Foliage TypeDeciduous
- Garden StyleCity & Courtyard Garden, Cottage & Informal Garden, Patio & Container, Woodland Garden
- Hardiness (RHS rating)H6 -20 to -15ºC. Hardy - very cold winter
- Height100cm
- Spread45cm
- MoistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- pHAlkaline, Neutral
- Plant HabitClump-forming
- Plant TypePerennial
- Planting TypesBorders and Beds, Underplanting of Deciduous Trees and Shrubs
- Season of InterestSpring, Summer
- Soil TypeChalk, Clay, Loam
- Special AttributesEasy to Grow, Low Maintenance, Some Resistance to Rabbits & Deer
- SunlightFull Shade, Partial Shade
- ToxicityIngestion may cause severe discomfort
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