Coral Bells (Heuchera sanguinea)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea

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Heuchera 'Canyon Pink'
Heuchera 'Canyon Pink'
 
Features
Compact mound shaped plants offering a variety of foliage colors as well as light airy flower stalks. Excellent plants for foliage affects. 
 
Culture
Prefer rich organic soil that is uniformly moist and well-drained. Most prefer shade to light shade with a few tolerating sun locations.  
 
Cultivars

With recent interest in breeding and selection, many are now available. Some include:

'Amber Waves' 6-12 inches tall, gold yellow foliage

'Cherries Jubilee' 12-18 inches tall, brown foliage, red flowers, sun tolerant

'City Lights' 12-18 inches tall, bronze foliage, yellow flowers sun tolerant

'Lime Rickey' 6-`12 inches tall, yellow foliage, white flowers

'Obsidian' 10-12 inches tall, black foliage, white flowers

'Southern Comfort' 14-20 inches tall, very large cinnamon peach foliage

'Plum Royal' 14-20 inches tall, shiny purple foliage

'Peach Flambe' 14-20 inches tall, peach-colored foliage

 
 
Mature Height
12-18 Inches
 
Size
Small
Medium
 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Salmon
White
 
 
Bloom Season
May - July
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
Purple
Red
Silver/White
Variegated
Yellow
 
 
Pests and Problems

Bacterial Disease

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease

Insect Relative Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Anthracnose, Pseudomones, botrytis, xanthomonas, mites, sunburn
 
Additional Notes
Deadhead after bloom to improve appearance and encourage a slight re-bloom. Good drainage essential for successful overwintering. Plants get woody stems at the base over time. Dig and replant deeper or mound compost around the stem to keep the crown in contact with the soil.

 

 
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