Species coral bells

coral bells

Heuchera cvs.

Also Known As - alumroot
Heuchera, commonly known as 'Coral Bells', is a flowering plant of the family Saxifragaceae. With its tall stems and open cups of small, delicate flowers, Coral Bells is sure to bring a pop of bright color to any garden. Its large, textured leaves form evergreen mounds, offering year-round interest, while its flowers attract a variety of butterflies and hummingbirds. Hardy and tolerant of varying soil types and conditions, Coral Bells is an eye-catching addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4

Flowers:

Not showy, White, Pink, (cream) Flowers In Summer

Sun:

full sun,part sun/part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

watering

Coral bells (Heuchera cvs.) should be watered 2 to 3 times per week in the spring and summer months when the weather is warm. During the cooler months of fall and winter, they should be watered less frequently, about once every 10-14 days (or when the top inch of soil is dry). When watering, make sure to moisten the soil thoroughly each time. It is important to not over water your coral bells. This could lead to root rot.

sunlight

Coral bells need a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight every day to thrive. They will tolerate light shade for most of the day, but need some direct sun in the afternoon to maintain their vibrant colors and profuse blooming. You can also position the plant so that it receives morning and evening indirect light that will still allow for happy growth of coral bells.

pruning

Coral bells (Heuchera cvs.) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. Pruning back the coral bells should be done by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged foliage. If the plant is overly woody or has become too large, the whole plant can be cut back to 6 inches above the ground. If maintaining health and shape is the goal, it is best to take off no more than 1-third of the plant at 1 time. Pruning can also be done in the summer after the plant flowers. In the fall, the dead flower scapes can be removed as well.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Heuchera cvs. typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Heuchera cvs. typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Heuchera cvs. (coral bells) typically begins in June and continues through August.

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