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Heuchera

How to grow Coral Bells 'Midnight Rose'.

Near-black leaves with hot-pink freckles.

Light
Part sun, shade
Water
Moderate
Zones
4–9
Size
10–12 in. foliage mound, flowers to 24 in.
Spacing
12–15 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Heuchera with dark purple-black leaves speckled hot pink

Light

Part shade. Morning sun deepens the color; afternoon sun scorches it.

Water

Water evenly; don't let it sit wet.

Planting and soil

Plant in spring or early fall with the crown at soil level.

Feeding

Compost in spring.

Pruning

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

Through the year

Leaves through most of the year, with brightest speckles in spring and fall. Flowers May to June.

If something's off

Heaving crowns and root rot in wet soil. Vine weevils can chew the roots.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

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