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Coral Bells

Heuchera Species

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Overview

Coral Bells (Heuchera spp.) are versatile perennials boasting evergreen foliage with a variety of hues—green, silver, purple, and more. Ideal for borders or as ground cover, they thrive in partial shade but tolerate full sun. Compact size ranges from 6 to 18 inches in height and 12 to 24 inches in width. In spring or summer, delicate bell-shaped flowers on slender stems attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Hardy to USDA zones 4-9.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–10Type Perennial
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — are a splendid addition to any landscape design
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Ideal for borders or as ground cover, they thrive in partial shade but tolerate full sunCoral Bells (Heuchera Species) — though some varieties can tolerate more sun if kept moistCoral Bells (Heuchera Species) — perennial for half or shadeCoral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Compact size ranges from 6 to 18 inches in height and 12 to 24 inches in widthCoral Bells (Heuchera Species) — pink and white flowers in the gardenCoral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Coral Bells (Heuchera spp.) are versatile perennials boasting evergreen foliage with a variety of hues‚Äîgreen+15

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae

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Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — are a splendid addition to any landscape design
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Ideal for borders or as ground cover, they thrive in partial shade but tolerate full sun
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — though some varieties can tolerate more sun if kept moist
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — perennial for half or shade
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Compact size ranges from 6 to 18 inches in height and 12 to 24 inches in width
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — pink and white flowers in the garden
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Coral Bells (Heuchera spp.) are versatile perennials boasting evergreen foliage with a variety of hues‚Äîgreen
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — perennial with pink and white blooms
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — scientifically known as Heuchera
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Heuchera produces delicate bell-shaped flowers on slender stems that can reach up to 24 inches tall
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — In spring or summer, delicate bell-shaped flowers on slender stems attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — These blooms come in an array of colors including white
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — They are hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — which makes them a reliable choice for a wide range of climates.<br><br>Maintenance is minimal
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Coral Bells (Heuchera spp.) are versatile perennials boasting evergreen foliage with a variety of hues‚Äîgreen; in spring or
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — though some varieties may be slightly larger or smaller.<br><br>In the late spring to early summer
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — adding a wispy contrast to the robust leaves below.<br><br>Well-suited for borders
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Heuchera prefers well-drained soil and will thrive in full to partial shade
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — often with intricate patterns or veining that captivates the eye
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — The foliage forms tidy mounds typically measuring 12 to 18 inches in height and width
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — Ideal for borders or as ground cover, they thrive in partial shade but tolerate full sun; hovering gracefully above the foliage
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — hovering gracefully above the foliage
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