Caramel Coral Bells
Heuchera villosa 'Caramel' P.P.# 16560
New leaves emerge bright gold and mature to peachy-orange. Soft but showy color adds warmth and contrast to mixed containers and woodland plants. Thrives in the high heat and humidity that kills most Coral Bells.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | HEW-ker-a |
| Key feature: | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Clumping foliage 6 to 8 in. tall, 18 to 20 in. wide; flower stems 12 to 15 in. tall. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, North American Native Selection |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Multicolored |
| Item no.: | 4664 |
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Care Information
Provide a rich, well-drained soil and water and fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. For a neat appearance, remove old flower stalks. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
New leaves emerge bright gold and mature to peachy-orange. Soft but showy color adds warmth and contrast to mixed containers and woodland plants. Thrives in the high heat and humidity that kills most Coral Bells.
Care Information
Provide a rich, well-drained soil and water and fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. For a neat appearance, remove old flower stalks. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | HEW-ker-a |
| Key feature: | Dramatic Foliage Color |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Clumping foliage 6 to 8 in. tall, 18 to 20 in. wide; flower stems 12 to 15 in. tall. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, North American Native Selection |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Rock Garden, Woodland Garden |
| Flower color: | White |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Multicolored |
| Item no.: | 4664 |
