Coral Bells
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Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea Engelm.
Coral Bells, also known as Heuchera, are colorful plants with bell-shaped flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. They are often found in gardens and woodland areas.
Habitat: Woodland areas
Appearance
The Coral Bells has a dense mound of lobed, often colorful leaves that can range from lime green to deep burgundy or silver. Delicate, bell-shaped flowers bloom on tall, slender stalks, swaying gracefully above the foliage in shades of pink, red, or white. Its frilly, vibrant leaves make it stand out from typical green garden plants.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSaxifragalesFamilySaxifragaceaeGenusHeuchera
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Coral Bells leaves come in so many colors, you can find almost every shade of the rainbow.
Hummingbirds love to visit Coral Bells, sipping nectar from their delicate, tube-shaped flowers.
Its tiny bell-shaped flowers inspired its name, looking like a chorus of little garden bells!
Some Coral Bells varieties have leaves that are so shiny, they look like they're covered in glitter!
Special abilities
Ability
Winter Survivor
Coral Bells can keep its leaves vibrant through winter, thanks to tough roots that store energy to survive cold weather.
Ability
Shade Seeker
Coral Bells has broad leaves that help it capture sunlight efficiently, allowing it to thrive even in shady garden spots.
Ability
Deer Deterrent
Coral Bells can avoid being eaten by hungry deer because its leaves have a slightly bitter taste that they dislike.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to mid-summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Archilochus colubris
Sips nectar from flowers.
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Collects pollen and nectar.
eats
Black Vine Weevil
Otiorhynchus sulcatus
Larvae feed on roots.
Traits
Perennial
Perennial plants live for more than two years, typically returning to grow and bloom each year from their roots.
Bell-Shaped Flower
Bell-shaped flowers possess petals fused or arranged to form a cup-like or campanulate structure resembling a bell.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Alum RootHeuchera
Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Enjoy looking at Coral Bells in nature, but avoid touching or eating them as some plants can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Coral Bells?
30-60 cm
How wide does Coral Bells spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Coral Bells?
0.5-1 cm
When does Coral Bells bloom?
Late spring to mid-summer
Is Coral Bells edible?
Yes
Is Coral Bells toxic?
None
What is Coral Bells's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Coral Bells pollinated?
Insect
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