QVC M95225 Vintage Bleeding Heart Nature Hills Instruction Manual
- June 2, 2024
- QVC
Table of Contents
M95225 Vintage Bleeding Heart Nature Hills
“VINTAGE” BLEEDING HEART
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not necessarily indicative of actual size or color for the included variety.
OUT OF THE BOX
Your plants have been shipped to you in bare root form.
Please remove the plants from the packaging right away and plant them as soon
as possible following the planting instructions below. If it is not possible
to plant them right away, follow these important steps.
- Place the plants in a cool, dark place such as a refrigerator, unheated garage or basement.
- Keep the roots moist by using a spray bottle to mist them.
Note: Occasionally, bare root plants may arrive with a small amount of mold on them. This is caused by temperature changes encountered in shipping and does not harm the plants. As long as the bare root divisions are firm, simply wipe any mold off with a paper towel and plant them. SHIPPED IN BARE ROOTS. PLANT SIZE MAY VARY BASED ON GROWING CONDITIONS.
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Important: Thoroughly hydrate the plant by submersing the root zone in a
container of water for 10 minutes while you prepare for planting.
Dig a hole twice as deep and twice as wide as the plant’s root ball. Partially
backfill the hole with soil and place the plant into the hole. The top of the
root ball should be level with the ground surrounding the hole. Refill the
hole with soil, firming the soil around the plant with your fingers. Check to
be sure the plant is not planted too deeply. If it is, raise the plant
carefully and re-firm the soil.
Water thoroughly.
SOIL PREPARATION
We recommend having your soil tested periodically by your local County
Extension Office (www.nifa.usda.gov/extension or by calling
1-800-333-4636). A soil test can
determine if your soil needs any amendments to enhance the growth and
performance of your plants.
Ideal garden soil is easy to dig in and drains well while still holding the
nutrients and water vital to plant growth. To prepare a bed for in-ground
planting, spade or till the soil to a depth of roughly 12-18 inches. Next,
spread a 2-4 inch layer of organic matter such
as compost, shredded leaves or peat moss over the soil and mix well.
CONTINUING CARE
WATERING
Adequate and consistent watering is essential during your plant’s first year
in the garden. Infrequent, long soakings of water that thoroughly saturate the
soil are more effective than frequent, light applications of water. Due to
variable geographical and environmental conditions, a specific watering
schedule is difficult to define. However, as a rule of thumb, you should not
allow the soil or the original root ball to completely dry out. During the
first summer, you may need to water as often as every few days in periods of
drought and extreme summer heat. To determine if your plant needs water, dig a
few inches into the soil next to the plant.
If the soil is dry 2-3 inches below the surface, it is time to water.
Over-watering can be as damaging as under-watering. Be sure that the area
surrounding your plant has adequate drainage to move water away from the
plant. If you choose to plant in a container, always select one with drainage
holes to prevent your plant’s roots from sitting in water. Once they take
root, plants can tolerate drier growing conditions.
MULCHING
Apply a 2-4 inch layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other
organic matter around your plants to promote moisture retention, maintain even
soil temperatures and discourage weed growth. Replenish the mulch as needed.
WEEDING
Keep the area around your plants free of weeds. Weeds compete with surrounding
plants for food, water and light. Walk around the garden periodically and pull
weeds, including the roots, as soon as you see them.
FEEDING
Feed your plants once every 2 weeks during the growing season with a water-
soluble fertilizer.
PRUNING
Enjoy your Bleeding Heart in the garden or cut them and admire them in the
house. They make fantastic cut flowers. Caring for a Bleeding Heart plant is
easy in warmer regions. Once planted, this beautiful plant requires very
little upkeep. When flower are done blooming, cut them down. At the end of the
season, to maintain health and performance, divide the plant once every three
years. Be sure to get as much of the root as possible when dividing and only
divide after the plant has bloomed. A potted Bleeding Heart does best when it
is mildly root-bound.
WINTERIZING
Protect your potted plants in autumn by placing in a light, frost-free place,
ideally sheltered from the worst of the winter rains. Wrap all Bleeding Heart
(hardy and tender types) in two to three layers of horticultural fleece for
protection from November to early April.
Evergreen plants and the more tender varieties do need winter protection.
Mulch over the leaves of the evergreen varieties.
Alternatively, in colder areas the more tender evergreen types can be grown in
containers and moved to a frost-free greenhouse or conservatory for the
winter. If you live in a cold area, you can help plants to survive the winter
in borders by applying a 6” deep layer of mulch around plants in autumn or
early winter and remove in spring before growth starts. For the mulch, you can
use sand, home-made compost, chipped bark or straw.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW TO PLANT
Plant your Bleeding Heart in either your garden or pots 14” or larger in an area that gets morning sun and shade. In your garden, plant 2 to 3 feet apart.
WHERE TO PLANT
Your Bleeding Heart can be grown in your garden or a pot to enhance your landscape whenever there is morning sun and shady conditions. A pot 14” or larger is ideal.
QUICK REFERENCE PLANTING GUIDE
| LIGHT / SUN EXPOSURE | Morning sun to shade. |
|---|---|
| USDA HARDINESS ZONES | 3 to 9. |
| PLANT TYPE | Perennial. |
| PLANTING DISTANCE IN-GROUND | 2 to 3 feet apart. |
| CONTAINER SIZE | 14 inch pot or larger. |
| MATURE HEIGHT /SPREAD | 12 to 36 inches tall. |
24 to 36 inches wide.
BLOOM TIME| Late Spring through early Summer.
TIME TO REACH MATURITY| 2 to 5 years.
FACTS OF NOTE| Pollinator magnet. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Very early color.
Most recognized perennial.
We want you to love our plants and our brand!
Our Let’s Get Growing Warranty offers a one year warranty on perennials, and a
90 day warranty on annuals from time of shipment. If you have any problems,
please contact us immediately. If possible, we will replace it with a similar
or comparable plant, at our
discretion depending on availability. Call us at
949-492-8191 or email
PlantHelp@ShopDePalma.com with any
questions after you receive your plants. We want you to enjoy gardening,
plants and flowers as much as we do!
Caution: Do not assume any plant is safe to eat. Only parts of plants
expressly grown to be eaten should be considered edible. As with any product
that is not food, care should be taken to make sure that small children and
pets do not ingest any part of a plant that is not expressly grown to be
eaten.
Unless specifically stated, this product is intended for ornamental
horticultural use only and is not intended for consumption or ingestion by
humans or pets. Most plants are harmless but some contain toxic substances
which can cause adverse heath effect. Furthermore, some individuals and some
animals are sensitive or allergic to certain plants and precautions should be
taken to limit or avoid physical contact with particular plants. Some plant
have thorns or spines that can be painful if handled.
In
case of ingestion, contact a poison control center immediately.
1-800-222-1222
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