Coral Bells, Spellbound

Heuchera 'Spellbound'

Height: 9-12in
Spread: 12-16in
Zone: 4-9
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Time/Color: May-September; cream
Uses: Massing, borders, specimen, rock garden, shade garden
Maintenance: Low
Other: N/A

Coral bells continue to be great companion plants for hostas and other shade garden species and are increasingly popular as new cultivars come onto market. Plants prefer moist, well-draining soils in part shade but can tolerate other light conditions provided moisture is consistent. Coral bells are characterized by mounds of rounded leaves in varying colors and are followed by panicles of small bell-like flowers in shades of white, pink, or red that also function as good cut flowers for bouquets. They suffer from few insects or diseases. 'Spellbound' is known for its large silvery purple leaves with accented violet-colored veins. The silvery tones are more prominent in deeper shade whereas in general the leaves will seem more purple in spring and fall. Bell flowers are creamy yellow.