Species coral bells Guide
Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Mt. St. Helens') showcasing foliage in shades of fiery red, green or orange

coral bells

Heuchera 'Cathedral Windows'

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Greenish white Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

silver,green,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Cathedral Windows') are drought tolerant, but require watering for optimal growth. Depending on your climate, watering your plants once or twice a week is usually sufficient. During the spring and summer when your plant is actively growing, water more frequently, every 5-7 days and supply enough water to keep the soil moist but not soggy. In the winter it only needs to be watered when the soil is dry; once or twice a month should be enough. If your climate is particularly cold and dry in the winter, you should water more frequently.

sunlight

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Cathedral Windows') thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. They prefer a minimum of 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day to maintain their vibrant color. The best time of day to provide the optimal amount of sunlight is from mid-morning until late afternoon. During the summer months, coral bells will benefit from morning sunlight more than in the winter when sun exposure can be hard to come by. Care should be taken to avoid exposing the plants to intense afternoon sunlight, especially during the hottest parts of summer, as too much direct sunlight can damage the foliage.

pruning

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Cathedral Windows') should be pruned in the late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Prune off any dead or damaged foliage and stems, as well as any foliage or stems that have started to get sparse in order to keep the plant looking vigorous and full. Trimming Heuchera 'Cathedral Windows' can also help make sure it has a compact, tidy shape. Prune off any stems that appear scraggly, overly long, or leggy. This will also help promote bushier and more robust growth habit.