Heuchera sanguinea |
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Southwest Coral Bells |
Description
Tufts of round, green evergreen leaves 2"-3" wide with scalloped edges accent this plant. It also produces wiry stems to 24" tall with open clusters of red-pink, bell-shaped flowers in spring and summer. Plant in part to full shade in warm inland areas. It prefers well draining, rich soil. This is a great plant for a woodland setting.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.