Heuchera americana 'Green Spice' Coral Bells
Best vibrant foliage for shade garden enthusiasts.
Heuchera 'Green Spice' coral bells offer a shimmering display with broad, green leaves overlaid with silver and accented by purplish-red veining. This perennial is evergreen in milder climates and produces delicate pale pink flowers in late spring to early summer, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Native to the eastern and central United States, 'Green Spice' is known for its tolerance to drought, heat, and humidity, thriving in well-draining soil and partial shade, especially in warmer regions. It's an excellent choice for native gardens and borders, providing a lovely edging.
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Common Names
Coral Bells
/ Coral Bells
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting visual appeal in their landscape
- Homeowners with shady yards needing colorful, reliable underplantings
- Busy individuals desiring beautiful, fuss-free perennial plants for their garden
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in hot climates with limited shade options for planting
- Enthusiasts with heavy, poorly draining garden soils to amend
- Buyers prioritizing large, dramatic floral displays over foliage interest
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
Silver overlay and intricate veining create a standout, high-contrast garden display.
Climate Resilience
Exceptional tolerance for heat, humidity, and drought across diverse growing zones.
Pollinator Attraction
Delicate blooms effectively draw hummingbirds and butterflies to your landscape.
Maintenance Ease
A low-fuss perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to borders, containers, or as a native garden accent.
Growth Habit
Compact, mounding form provides tidy, consistent coverage throughout the growing season.
Key Specs
Common Names
Coral Bells
Zones
4-9
Light Requirements
Part Sun to Part Shade
Soil Preference
Well-drained
Height at Maturity
8-12 inches
Width at Maturity
20 inches
Bloom Color
Pink
Bloom Time
May-June
Features
- Shimmering foliage with silver overlay and purplish-red veining
- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
- Drought, heat, and humidity tolerant
- Evergreen in mild winter climates
- Native to North America
- Suitable for container planting
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the robust health and vibrant appearance of the Heuchera americana 'Green Spice' Coral Bells upon arrival. Many highlight the careful packaging and the plant's immediate vigor, indicating a high standard of quality from Rare Roots. The ease with which these plants establish and thrive in various garden settings is a recurring theme, offering reliable beauty and minimal fuss. Gardeners appreciate the distinctive foliage and its ability to add consistent color and texture, making it a dependable choice for enhancing garden aesthetics. This product delivers on its promise of healthy, beautiful plants that perform well.
Know before you buy
This variety is hardy in zones 4 through 9. It is particularly well-suited for warmer climates due to its high tolerance for heat and humidity.
It performs best in partial sun to partial shade. In hotter regions, it is essential to provide afternoon shade to protect the foliage from scorching.
Yes, 'Green Spice' is an excellent choice for containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix to prevent root rot.
It is considered evergreen in milder winter climates, meaning it will retain its foliage. In colder zones, the plant may die back or lose its leaves during the winter, but it will return in the spring.
Since this plant reaches a width of 20 inches at maturity, you should space them approximately 18 to 20 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
No extra effort is required. The plant naturally produces pale pink flowers in late spring and early summer that are highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.
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