coral bells

For best results, water your coral bells deeply at least once a week. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, about 3-4 inches. During hot and dry periods, water your coral bells twice a week to keep soil moist. Make sure to pick a time of day when the foliage has dried off from early morning dew or rainfall. This will prevent fungal diseases from developing, which thrive in damp conditions.

Coral bells (Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia 'Palace Purple') thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight in hot climates or too much light exposure can cause its leaves to scorch. These plants prefer to be placed in a spot where they receive 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight each day, then filtered sunlight the rest of the time. Depending on the climate, coral bells can tolerate full sun or full shade. In shade-prone areas, moving the plants from full to filtered sun can transform their color and vibrancy.

Coral bells (Heuchera micrantha var. diversifolia 'Palace Purple') should be pruned in the late winter or early spring once the new growth starts to emerge. Prune out dead, diseased, or damaged foliage and stems and trim back the remaining foliage to a manageable size. This will help promote healthier new growth. Prune as much as needed to keep the plant size and shape desired. In addition, it’s a good idea to give the coral bells a light trim once during the growing season to promote fullness and to keep the leaves from getting too tall.