Heart-Leaved Bittercress (Cardamine cordifolia) plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Heart-Leaved Bittercress

Cardamine cordifolia

Overview

Cardamine cordifolia, commonly known as Heart-Leaved Bittercress, is a flowering herb native to the temperate regions of Europe and North America. Its petite, white flowers contrast its bright green bell-shaped leaves, which have a heart-like shape. It grows naturally in moist, shady habitats such as streambanks and moist woodlands, particularly in calcareous soils. The Heart-Leaved Bittercress is a cold-hardy plant and typically flowers from mid to late spring. Its crown-like appearance makes it a perfect option to enhance any flower bed landscape with minimal upkeep.

Care Guide

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Watering

Minimal

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Light

full sun, part shade.

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Pruning

Best pruned in May.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting

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