Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding'
Coral Bells
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Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Description
Plum Pudding is grown primarily for its show-stopping foliage, whose dramatic color variations brighten up the garden nearly year round. The spikes of small white blooms are an added bonus. Try it teamed with Phlox Starfire for real color contrast! Its small white flowers cluster on stems above foliage. In milder climates, where the foliage is evergreen, grow in partial shade. Easy to care for, these hardy perennials require minimal maintenance once established. Mature plants can be divided in fall or early spring.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Blooming
Heuchera blooms from April to August, sprays of small flowers apear on branching, wiry stems. The dainty flowers some times attract hummingbirds. Remove the flower stems, when the flowers fade.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Growth
These plants form dense, compact, evergreen clumps. They do well in full or half sun. Requires mulching on a yearly basis. May need replanting after a while.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Planting
Sow seeds in spring. Or, if you're propagating by division, divide the clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall. Use young, vigorous, rooted division. Discard old, woody rootstocks.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Pest
Foliar nematodes. Other problems include powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spots.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Interesting facts
Although plants of this genus are generally not eaten, the leaves can be consumed and have a somewhat sour and tangy flavor. Native Americans made a tonic using Alumroot as a digestive aid.
Coral Bells (Heuchera americana 'Plum Pudding') - Soil and irrigation
Regular water. Well drained, humus rich soil. Heuchera grows best in neutral soil.
