How to Grow Coral Bells (Alumroot, Heuchera)

Your coral bells plant will grow best in humus-rich, well draining soil that is kept slightly moist. Avoid planting in soggy, wet soil, which can lead to crown rot. To help improve soil drainage and aeration, amend heavy garden soil with compost.

How do you grow Heuchera coral bells?
How do you care for Alumroot?
Do coral bells need sun or shade?
Do coral bells come back every year?
Do coral bells bloom all summer?
Why do my coral bells keep dying?
Does Heuchera dieback in winter?
Should Heuchera be cut back?
Should coral bells be cut back in the fall?
How often should I water coral bells?
Do coral bells grow fast?
Are coral bells toxic to dogs?

How do you grow Heuchera coral bells?

Coral bells plants prefer partial shade but can take more sun in cold climates. Give them well-drained, moist, rich soil that's neutral to slightly acidic, with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Some species, like H. sanguinea, don't tolerate clayey or acidic soils.

How do you care for Alumroot?

Taking care of alumroot primarily involves removing faded stems, which should best be cut back right up to the ground. It is also advisable to remove withered leaves in spring. In this way, the perennial is strengthened overall and then guarantees particularly abundant growth.

Do coral bells need sun or shade?

One of the most versatile perennials you can grow in zones 4-9 is Coral Bells (Heuchera). Here's a plant that will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade, as long as you water it. Ideally, coral bells prefer partial shade and average moisture levels.

Do coral bells come back every year?

To start with, coral bells are perennials and will come back year after year. They will also multiply on their own and after three or four years may need to be thinned out, but what a joy to have a plant that grows so well you have to "weed it out" every so many years!

Do coral bells bloom all summer?

Coral bells bloom in early to mid-summer, depending on the species and climate. ... Heuchera micrantha varieties bloom in late spring, but they are usually grown more for their ornamental foliage, which is often heavily ruffled.

Why do my coral bells keep dying?

But the biggest problem was the tendency of some varieties to rot away. Coral bells have shallow roots that need moisture, but too much moisture, especially during winter dormancy, induces stem and crown rot diseases.

Does Heuchera dieback in winter?

Although most heuchera plants are evergreen in mild climates, the top is likely to die down where winters are chilly. This is normal, and with a little TLC, you can be assured that the roots are protected and your heuchera will rebound in spring.

Should Heuchera be cut back?

Right timing: The best time to prune heucheras is in early spring, before new growth starts to appear. Examine your plant: Make sure to take notice where the old growth ends and the new growth begins. ... You must be careful not to trim this fresh foliage because it can harm or hinder the progress of your plant.

Should coral bells be cut back in the fall?

With pruning shears, cut back the foliage that dies 3 inches above the ground in late fall or early winter. If your coral bells grow as evergreens in your climate, do not cut the foliage at this time. Wait until spring when new growth starts, and cut back any damaged, dead or unsightly stems.

How often should I water coral bells?

I find that about 1 inch of rain a week is plenty for my shade-loving and moisture-savoring plants like Heuchera. If the weather is especially hot or my coral bells are in full sun, I'll turn on the soaker hose for about 30 minutes.

Do coral bells grow fast?

Native to North America, the plants form round mounds with a woody rootstock or crown at their base and small bell-shaped flowers that appear in spring or early summer on the tall stems. ... Coral bells are best planted in late fall or early spring and will grow at a moderate pace, making them a great option for.

Are coral bells toxic to dogs?

Well, many common plants are very toxic to either dogs or cats, and sometimes to both: ... A sampling of these non-toxic plants includes: Astilbe, Bachelor buttons, Canna Lily, Catmint, Cosmos, Coneflower, Coleus, Coral Bells, Impatiens, Jacob's Ladder, Magnolia, Muscari, Russian Olive and Phlox.