The Bleeding Heart is a very site-loyal plant that should be transplanted as rarely as possible. Unfortunately, the plant very quickly resents such measures and will produce fewer flowers as a result. However, you can reduce the risk by combining transplanting with a division of the strong-growing perennial. This also kills two birds with one stone, because it is the easiest way to multiply your plant population.
The Bleeding Heart should be transplanted as seldom as possible
Properly transplant a bleeding heart
In theory, you don't need to transplant the Bleeding Heart because the plant can spend its entire life in the same spot. However, such a measure can become necessary for various reasons, for example due to a redesign of the garden or because the location is less than ideal and the plant does not feel comfortable there. Be careful when transplanting and try not to damage roots:
- First dig the planting hole at the new location.
- This should be dug as generously and deeply as possible.
- Mix the excavation with a good portion of mature compost.
- Now dig out the perennial carefully with the help of a digging fork.
- Gently shake off the clinging soil.
- Check the roots for any damage.
- Replant the Bleeding Heart in the new location.
- Press the soil firmly.
- Water the plant vigorously - moisture will help it re-root.
Incidentally, the best time for transplanting is right after flowering, when the plant begins to recede. Alternatively, you can also move them in early spring, but then protection against the later cold is necessary.
share a bleeding heart
When transplanting, take the opportunity and divide the rapidly and vigorously growing rhizomes of the Bleeding Heart, so you get several young plants at once. The division is quickly completed, you only need a spade or a sharp knife.
- Select several sections that have at least one shoot and strong roots.
- Make sure you only use clean (preferably disinfected!) and sharp tools.
- This reduces the risk of germs being introduced.
- The divided plants can be planted immediately in their designated outdoor location.
tips
Since all parts of the Bleeding Heart, but especially the roots, are poisonous, you should wear gloves to be on the safe side both when transplanting and when dividing the plant.