Lamprocapnos spectabilis Yellow Leaf forms a mound of finely divided, bright yellow foliage beneath arching stems of pink-and-white heart-shaped flowers. Bloom runs from May into June, while the leaves may shift toward chartreuse before summer dormancy.
Place it in partial or full shade in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It suits woodland gardens, shaded borders, and cottage planting. All parts are poisonous if eaten, the foliage can irritate skin, and the plant is toxic to pets.