Heuchera villosa 'Big Top Caramel Apple'

Coral Bells 'Big Top Caramel Apple'

Family: Saxifragaceae (Saxifrage Family)

       

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-9

·        Height: 16-18 inches

·        Spread: 16-18 inches

·        Bloom Time: summer

·        Bloom: small white flowers on tall stalks

·        Light: prefers shade to part sun; can handle full sun in northern climates

·        Soil: best in rich, moist well-drained soil

·        Moisture: medium; consistent moisture if grown in full sun

·        Use: rock gardens, borders, woodland gardens and containers

·        Care: divide clumps every 3-5 years; deadhead to extend flowering season

·        Concerns: frost heaving of roots may occur if winter temperatures fluctuate widely

·        Native to: genus native to North America

·        Notes: new leaves emerge red-burgundy and mature to caramel color; deer resistant

·        Supplier: Donated by West Madison Agricultural Research Station

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Heuchera Garden E260

 

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