Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea
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Coral Bells is a compact perennial prized for its vibrant, colorful foliage in shades of red, burgundy, bronze, purple, and lime, with delicate spires of small bell-shaped flowers in spring and early summer. It serves as excellent ground cover and edging in shade to part-shade gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Palace Purple features deep purple foliage and is one of the most popular selections, while Obsidian offers nearly black leaves. Modern hybrids expand the color palette to include bronze, caramel, and lime foliage varieties.
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Coral Bells is a compact perennial prized for its vibrant, colorful foliage in shades of red, burgundy, bronze, purple, and lime, with delicate spires of small bell-shaped flowers in spring and early summer. It serves as excellent ground cover and edging in shade to part-shade gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Coral Bells grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mexico
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Palace Purple features deep purple foliage and is one of the most popular selections, while Obsidian offers nearly black leaves. Modern hybrids expand the color palette to include bronze, caramel, and lime foliage varieties.