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Heuchera villosa hybrid

How to grow Coral Bells 'Southern Comfort'.

Peach to amber, sweet in the heat.

Light
Part sun, shade
Water
Moderate
Zones
4–9
Size
14–22 in. tall, 18–22 in. wide
Spacing
18–24 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Large heuchera mound with fuzzy peach-cinnamon to amber leaves

Light

Part shade. Morning sun is fine; afternoon sun scorches it.

Water

Water evenly; good drainage is essential.

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, warmest color on new spring growth. White flowers in early summer.

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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Why we stock it: Warm foliage color from a heuchera that stands up to heat.

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