
Coral Bells
Heuchera Americana
Vibrant foliage and delicate flowers make Heuchera Americana a versatile and invaluable addition to any garden.
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About this plant
Heuchera Americana, commonly known as Coral Bells, is a captivating perennial celebrated for its striking foliage and airy flower spikes. This American native offers an incredible array of leaf colors, from deep purples and bronzes to vibrant greens and silvers, often with intricate veining and ruffled edges, providing year-round interest. Beyond its stunning leaves, Coral Bells produce delicate, bell-shaped flowers on slender stems, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators to your garden. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, or mass plantings, it thrives in a variety of settings. Easy to care for and remarkably resilient, Heuchera Americana adds a sophisticated touch and a burst of color to both modern and traditional landscapes, making it a favorite among discerning gardeners.
Care & maintenance
Requires minimal maintenance once established. Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage new blooms and improve plant appearance. Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigor. Protect from winter heaving in colder climates with a light mulch.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 1-2 feet
- Mature width
- 1-1.5 feet
- Sun
- Full to partial shade (performs best with some afternoon shade)
- Water
- Medium; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially in hot weather.
- Growth rate
- Medium