Grown for mounds of ruffled foliage in caramel, burgundy, lime and silver that hold colour all year. Slender wands of tiny bell flowers rise above in spring.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 40 cm H × 40 cm W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Coral Bells
Botanically, Heuchera hybrid is a moderate-growing perennial in the Saxifragaceae family. It reaches around 40 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, purple-toned and silver-grey foliage. White, pink and red flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Coral Bells
Coral Bells suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is deer-resistant and is usually left alone by rabbits.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Coral Bells provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Coral Bells does best with regular, moderate watering. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Coral Bells after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Coral Bells in the garden
Coral Bells earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and feeding bees and pollinators. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Coral Bells with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Coral Bells
Plant Sale lists Coral Bells as potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
