Cherry-red, heart-shaped flowers rise above fernlike blue-gray foliage on Dicentra Red Fountain. Its low, spreading clump brings a long flowering season to shaded border edges, patio containers, and the open ground beneath shrubs. The finely cut leaves keep the mound distinctive between flower flushes.
Grow this perennial in partial shade and moist, humus-rich soil that drains freely. A sheltered position helps protect the delicate foliage, while steady moisture keeps it from drying out during summer. Remove faded flower stalks to encourage more buds and keep the clump tidy.
Slugs and snails may feed on emerging leaves, and aphids can appear on tender growth. The plant is listed as poisonous or toxic.