Heuchera 'ORANGEBERRY' coral bells
size/type
low or groundcovering,low perennial
usual height
0,2-0,4m
usual width
0,3-0,4m
leaves
semi-deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
less showy but noticeable
blooming time
June-July
location
full sun to shade
soil type
any (acidic to alkaline)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Orangeberry is another coral bells variety from the Indian Summer series holding a berry name. Orangeberry produces bright orange leaves with pink undersides. They are heavily undulated at lobed margins and cope well with sun and frost. Tiny, white flowers grow in erect panicles atop about 30-40 cm high stems from early summer. They can be cut off if only beautiful foliage is what you desire. The plant makes compact, upright tufts. Represented by Gootjes AllPlant BV in Europe. Coral bells can take almost any soil with ample moisture and good drainage. They do best in partial shade or filtered sun, however, if you make sure they will not dry out you can place them in full sun, too. They can also live in dark shade where their colours will not be too rich, such location is usually best for light coloured varieties. Cut off all leaves in early spring to encourage growth of new foliage. Fully hardy to abt. -34°C (USDA zone 4), and suitable for outdoor pots.
Last update 18-06-2023
