Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Lamprocapnos spectabilis
Papaveraceae · flowers
Fragaria × ananassa
Rosaceae · groundcovers
Bleeding Heart (Zones 3-9)
Strawberry (Zones 3-10)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–9
| Feature | Bleeding Heart | Strawberry |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprocapnos spectabilis | Fragaria × ananassa |
| Family | Papaveraceae | Rosaceae |
| Category | flowers | groundcovers |
| Sun | ⛅ Part Shade | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Rich, Well-drained, Acidic |
| Height | 3' | 8" |
| Spread | 2' | 1' 6" |
| Bloom Season | Spring | Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Pink, White | White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Fast |
| Native Region | East Asia | Hybrid (Americas/Europe) |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Bleeding Heart
Strawberry
Bleeding Heart
Strawberry
Choose Bleeding Heart if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.
Choose Strawberry if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–10.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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