A vivid coral bells with ruffled chartreuse-lime foliage that brightens shady corners and containers year-round. Compact and grown chiefly for its glowing leaves.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 30 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 Lime Marmalade Coral Bells
Botanically, Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is a moderate-growing perennial in the Saxifragaceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall and 40 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen and golden foliage. Cream green flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Lime Marmalade Coral Bells
Lime Marmalade 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.
Soil & planting
Lime Marmalade Coral Bells does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Lime Marmalade Coral Bells does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Lime Marmalade Coral Bells after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Lime Marmalade Coral Bells in the garden
Lime Marmalade Coral Bells earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Lime Marmalade Coral Bells with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Lime Marmalade Coral Bells
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