Scientific Name: Heucheras

Planting : Height: Coral bells typically grow to a height of 30-91cm (12-36 inches)

Days to Maturity: These plants are perennial, meaning they can live for multiple years. They usually reach their full maturity within 1-3 years after planting.

Plant Spacing: When planting coral bells, it is recommended to space them about 30-61cm (1-2 feet) apart to allow room for growth and airflow.

Sun Preference: Coral bells prefer partial shade, thriving in locations where they receive some sunlight but are protected from intense midday sun.

Plant Type: Heucheras belong to the perennial plant type, meaning they regrow each year from their rootstock.

Pinching: Pinching back the flower stalks of coral bells after blooming can help promote new growth and maintain the plant’s appearance.

Appearance : The flowers of coral bells are typically small and delicate, adding a lovely accent to the plant’s overall appearance. The blooms of Heuchera can vary in color depending on the cultivar, ranging from white to pink to red hues. These flowers often appear on slender stems above the foliage, creating a graceful and elegant look in garden beds or containers.

Harvesting : For flowers harvest when half the flowers on the stem are open, For foliage cut when leaf stems at ground level for the longest stems.

Vaselife: The vase life of coral bell flowers can be expected to last around 7-10 days when placed in water.

Special features: They thrive in containers due to their compact habit and shallow root system, making them suitable for small spaces like balconies, porches, and gardens. Growing them in containers allows better control of soil quality and moisture levels. Coral bells attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds with their sweet nectar. They play a vital role in supporting local wildlife by providing food sources for pollinators throughout the year.

Design features: I use the foliage for wearables and they are simply lovely in arrangements.