coral bells
Heuchera 'Veil of Passion'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
red,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water deeply once a week when the soil is dry to the touch. During dry, hot weather, water lightly more often, but avoid overwatering. Coral bells prefer well-draining, humus rich soil, so ensure that there is plenty of organic matter in the soil. Do not let the pot to sit in standing water, as this will cause root rot.
sunlight
Coral bells (Heuchera 'Veil of Passion') requires bright, indirect sunlight throughout the day for optimal growth and bloom production. Generally speaking, 6-8 hours of sunlight per day is ideal for this species, with most of the light exposure occurring in the morning and early afternoon. It is important to avoid direct sunlight, as this can cause scorching and leaf burn on the foliage. During the hottest months, Coral bells plants may need to be moved to a more shaded area to prevent damage.
pruning
Coral bells (Heuchera 'Veil of Passion') should be pruned annually in the spring, after the last frost. Start by removing all dead and large damaged leaves and then prune back the remaining foliage by up to 1-third of its original size - this will help to encourage new, healthy growth and blooms. The faded flowers may also be deadheaded to promote a second bloom at the end of summer. Finally, make sure to sterilize your pruning shears with alcohol or a 10% bleach solution to prevent the spread of diseases.
