coral bells

When watering your Coral Bells, it is best to water thoroughly but infrequently. The plant should be allowed to dry out in between waterings. In its natural environment, the soil needs to be evenly moist and will need to be watered 1-2 times per week during spring and summer. During the fall and winter months, reduce watering to once every 2 weeks or so. Be sure that your Coral Bells is planted in soil that drains well and that the pot has adequate drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

Coral bells require partial to full sun for optimal growth and bloom production in most garden settings. As an evergreen perennial, the Heuchera 'Oakington Jewel' variety should receive up to 4 hours of sun per day when planted in an ideal location. When grown in part shade, this type of coral bells will produce fewer blooms throughout the season. Soil pH balance is also important for coral bells to get the best growth out of them. Fertilize with a balanced fertiliser once a month in spring and summer and mulch around the plant to help it retain moisture.

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Oakington Jewel') require light pruning after flowering in late summer or early fall. Begin by cutting back any flowering stalks, and then clean up the plant by removing any old foliage or branches that are dead, dying or damaged. This will help encourage new growth and keep the plant looking its best. If the coral bells become leggy, shear the whole plant back by up to 1-third of its original size after flowering has finished. Finally, discard any debris from your pruning session in the rubbish bin as to not spread any disease.