Heuchera (pronounced Hue kah rah with emphasis on Hue) is a plant species native to the U.
S.
and commonly referred to as Coral Bells.
You have probably seen it in your parents or grandparents gardens.
They are semi-evergreen to evergreen (depending on your location) and provide such a great impact of contrasting colors and textures in the landscape making them great investment plants.
There are many wonderful Heuchera hybrids which will grow in many different situations from full sun to full shade.
Each variety will have its own unique growing requirements, so be sure to read their information carefully.
Most Heucheras are cold hardy as far north as zone 4 and heat hardy to zone 9 and considered to be a strong deer resistant.
Over June and July, they shoot out spikes with tiny bell shaped flowers whose colors will vary according to the variety.
Heucheras grow best in soil that has been amended with lots of organic matter (aged compost mix and/or aged manure mix) in an area that is somewhat moist, but not consistently damp or wet.
Once planted, they are virtually maintenance free, although you may want to dig them up, divide the crowns and replant them about every 3 to 4 years.
This plant species has been found to grow under walnut trees.
For areas in your garden or landscape where you want to keep plants low (under 3 feet), such as bordering flower beds or edging pathways, this is the perfect plant.
Select several different hybrids for striking variations in size and color.
Wonderful companion plants for the Heucheras are other Heucheras, ferns, hostas, herbs and ornamental grasses.