coral bells
Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Red Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green,gray,gray
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Coral bells prefer moist, well drained soil during the growing season. They should be watered regularly and deeply about once a week during the summer and spring when there is no rainfall. Water the plant generously, ensuring the entire root ball is thoroughly soaked. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again. In the winter, water sparingly, avoiding drainage. This can be done by checking the soil moisture with your finger, and if the top few inches feel dry, then you can give the coral bells a deep drink.
sunlight
Coral bells (Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver') grows best in a location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. To ensure optimal performance, the sunlight should be evenly spaced throughout the day and should not be interrupted by shadows from adjacent objects or buildings. Without sufficient sunlight, the foliage of coral bells will often become sparse and the blooms may not be as vibrant as they can be. To ensure that your coral bells receives the light it needs for optimal growth and flowering, you should place it in a sunny location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
pruning
Coral bells should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring when the plant enters into its dormant state. For light pruning, dead leaves and flowers can be removed and up to 1-third of the entire foliage can be cut back. For more intense pruning, old foliage can be sheared back to the ground. Regardless of the type of pruning being done, it is recommended that pruning not be done if the plant is currently flowering.
