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Splendens Coral Bells

Heuchera Sanguinea 'Splendens'

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Overview

The Heuchera sanguinea 'Splendens', commonly known as Splendens Coral Bells, features a mound of rounded, scalloped leaves, typically under 6 inches tall. Its vibrant, flower-laden spikes can reach heights of up to 18 inches, boasting an array of vivid red blooms from late spring to early summer. This perennial thrives in part shade to full sun, prefers well-drained soil, and adds striking contrast to borders and woodland gardens. Hardy in zones 4-8.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Arid
Splendens Coral Bells (Heuchera Sanguinea 'Splendens') — commonly known as Splendens Coral Bells

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae
Climate
Arid

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Splendens Coral Bells (Heuchera Sanguinea 'Splendens') — commonly known as Splendens Coral Bells

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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