Heuchera 'Forever Red' - Coral Bells

🌿 Characteristics

Type: Herbaceous perennial groundcover
Common name: Heuchera, Alumroot
Scientific name: Heuchera 'Forever Red'
Foliage color: Dark red to deep purple, evergreen, wavy and delicate texture
Flower color: Creamy white to pale pink, in light and airy panicles
Mature height: 0.20–0.30 m
Mature width: 0.35–0.50 m
Habit: Compact, rosette, forming a dense and ornamental dome
Bloom period: May to July, with decorative foliage year-round
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Watering needs: Moderate, prefers moist but well-drained soil
Soil type: Rich in organic matter, well-drained, slightly acidic
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Moderate, prefers constant moisture
Melliferous plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, particularly hummingbirds and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic

✂️ Care

Plant in partial to full shade in rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly after planting to establish a strong root system, then maintain constant moisture during the growing season.

Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and eliminate damaged leaves in spring to encourage vigorous new growth.

This hardy and evergreen perennial offers spectacular foliage year-round. Ideal for shaded borders, rockeries, and woodland gardens, it creates remarkable contrasts and attracts pollinators with its delicate spring flowers.