Species coral bells
Heuchera 'Purple Sails' (coral bell); deeply lobed, toothed leaves with grayish-green to striking purple colored, and reddish-green stems

coral bells

Heuchera 'Purple Sails'

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Purple Sails') is an attractive flowering plant, bearing delicate spires of small pink flowers the entire summer. The upright foliage of this perennial is carpeted in deep purple velvety leaves. Tolerant of both sun and shade, Purple Sails is easy to grow and maintains a neat, full appearance. This popular plant is deer resistant and makes an attractive addition to any shady garden, drawing in butterflies and hummingbirds from all around. Adaptable to containers, beds, borders, and woodland gardens, this hardy plant can handle temperatures from -40 °F to +20 °F. Its carefree foliage provides bright pops of color year round and is sure to make an eye-catching statement.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Greenish white Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Purple Sails') need to be watered 1 to 2 times per week, depending on the season and temperature. During hotter weather or in the summer months, increase the frequency of watering and consider light every other day instead of once a week. During the cooler winter months, let the top layer of soil dry out completely before watering again. Make sure not to let the soil dry out completely to avoid stressing the plant. Make sure to water the soil evenly, soaking the whole root system instead of just the top of the soil. Water until it drains out of the bottom of the container.

sunlight

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Purple Sails') need full morning sun, or partial afternoon sun, for optimal growth and flowering. They should receive at least 4 - 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. However, if they are in a hot summer climate they may benefit from some light afternoon shade to protect them from scorching. The time of day when sunlight is strongest is usually between 10 am and 4 pm, and it is recommended that during this time of day the coral bells should be placed in direct sunlight.

pruning

Coral bells (Heuchera 'Purple Sails') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be done lightly, removing only dead, diseased, or damaged branches and foliage, as well as any old dead foliage. For the best results, prune when the plant is dormant but before new growth begins in the spring. Pruning will encourage bushier, fuller growth and will also help keep coral bells looking attractive and healthy.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
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Dec
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Heuchera 'Purple Sails' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Heuchera 'Purple Sails' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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