Heuchera micrantha

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California Coral Bells

  
California Native Plant
Plant photo of: Heuchera micrantha
Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Native Sons

 

Description

Coral Bells is a perennial for shade or part sun that has a mounding habit, growing to 1' tall and wide. The flower stalks reach about 2' above the foliage with many small, white spring flowers. It is a California native and attracts hummingbirds. Foliage is reddish green and lobed. Red thin stalks that support the delicate looking flowers are very contrasting. This plant needs regular watering, at least once a week and more in hot summer areas. This is a great plant for a woodland shady setting.

 

  • Anatomy

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  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Red

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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.