Plant bleeding heart in early spring or fall with the crown about 2 inches below the soil, in part to full shade. It goes dormant by midsummer, and that's normal.
When to plant
Early spring or fall
Depth
Crown about 2 inches below the soil surface
Spacing
About 3 feet apart; mature plants reach about 3 feet tall
Sun
Part to full shade; morning sun only where summers are cool and moist
Water
Consistent moisture from spring through early summer, while it grows and blooms
Soil
Rich in organic matter, well-drained but moisture-retentive, pH about 6.0–7.0
Step by step
Choose a spot in part to full shade, ideally among hostas or ferns that will fill the gap when the bleeding heart goes dormant.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the roots and work in compost.
Set the crown about 2 inches below the soil surface; this depth helps it flower better.
Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly.
Spread 2–3 inches of shredded leaves or compost as mulch to hold moisture.
Keep the soil consistently moist through spring and early summer, until the plant is established.
After bloom
After flowering, you can cut the plant back hard; this can delay summer dormancy and sometimes brings another flush of flowers. By midsummer the leaves yellow and wither. That is normal dormancy, not a dying plant. Once the foliage has yellowed, cut the stems to the ground and mark the spot so you don't dig into it. Divide established clumps in late fall or very early spring; keep some roots on each piece.
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