Growing guide · Perennials

Heuchera

How to grow Coral Bells 'Grape Expectations'.

Grape-purple leaves, silver overlay.

Light
Part sun, shade
Water
Moderate
Zones
4–9
Size
10–15 in. tall, 18–24 in. wide
Spacing
18 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Mound of ruffled grape-purple heuchera leaves with a silvery overlay

Light

Part shade. Morning sun is fine; afternoon sun fades and scorches purple leaves.

Water

Water evenly, especially the first year. Good drainage is essential.

Planting and soil

Plant in spring or early fall with the crown at soil level, not buried.

Feeding

Compost in spring.

Pruning

Trim tattered leaves in early spring and cut flower stems after bloom.

Through the year

Leaves through most of the year. Flowers May to June.

If something's off

Crowns push up out of the soil over time; reset or mulch them. Root rot in wet soil. Watch for vine weevils.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

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Why we stock it: Rich foliage color that holds all season in shade.

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