Coral Bells Seeds – Alumroot, Rock Geranium, Heuchera, Perennial, Cut Flowers, Showy Evergreen, Deer & Salt Tolerant, Attract Pollinators, Ground Covers, Patio Containers
Enhance your garden with the stunning Coral Bells Seeds (Heuchera, also known as Alumroot or Rock Geranium), a perennial that thrives in various climates and garden settings. Known for its beautiful foliage, Coral Bells offers a wide array of colors, from vibrant reds and purples to shimmering silvers. This hardy, showy plant attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees, making it an excellent addition to any pollinator garden. Its evergreen nature, along with its deer and salt tolerance, ensures it remains a reliable and colorful presence in your garden throughout the year.

Key Benefits

Showy Foliage: Coral Bells are renowned for their stunning, colorful foliage, which includes deep reds, purples, greens, and silvers, providing year-round visual appeal in gardens, patios, and containers. Deer and Salt Tolerant: These plants are naturally resistant to deer, making them a great choice for gardens in areas with active wildlife. Additionally, Coral Bells can withstand salty conditions, making them ideal for coastal gardens. Evergreen Beauty: With its evergreen nature, Heuchera retains its striking foliage throughout the winter months, ensuring your garden remains beautiful and vibrant, even in colder seasons. Attract Pollinators: The delicate, bell-shaped flowers of Coral Bells attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators, helping to support local ecosystems and promote biodiversity. Low Maintenance: Once established, Coral Bells are relatively low-maintenance and require little care, making them perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Versatile Use: Ideal for ground covers, garden borders, patios, and containers, Coral Bells adapt well to a variety of garden settings and are perfect for filling in gaps or creating colorful, low-maintenance garden beds.

How to Plant Coral Bells Seeds

Planting Season:

• Best Time to Plant: Start Coral Bells Seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date, or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. If sowing indoors, harden off seedlings before transplanting them outside.

Seed Preparation:

• Cold Stratification: For optimal germination, chill Coral Bells Seeds in the fridge for 2 weeks before planting. This cold treatment helps break seed dormancy and increases germination rates.
• Soil Preparation: Plant seeds in a sterile, well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix to ensure healthy growth.

Planting Instructions:

• Depth: Sow seeds about 1/8 inch deep and gently press them into the soil. Lightly cover with soil, as Coral Bells Seeds need light to germinate.
• Spacing: Space seeds about 12-18 inches apart to allow for the plant’s spreading growth habit.

Water and Care

Watering Needs:

• Keep the soil evenly moist until the seeds germinate. After germination, water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings to avoid overwatering and root rot.

Fertilizer:

• Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Use organic compost to enrich the soil if needed.

Pruning:

• Remove spent flower stems and dead leaves to maintain a tidy appearance and promote fresh growth.
• Coral Bells may require minimal pruning, but cutting back any damaged or unsightly foliage in early spring helps rejuvenate the plant.

Hardiness Zones:

• Heuchera thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4-9, making it suitable for a wide range of climates, from cooler northern regions to mild coastal areas. In colder climates, mulch around the base in winter to protect the roots.

Perfect For

• Ground Covers: The spreading habit of Coral Bells makes it perfect for use as a ground cover, filling in garden beds, borders, or empty spaces between taller plants.
• Pollinator Gardens: Coral Bells are a fantastic addition to any garden designed to attract pollinators. Its flowers will bring bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.
• Deer-Prone Areas: The natural deer resistance of Coral Bells makes it an excellent choice for gardens located in areas where deer are a problem.
• Salt-Tolerant Gardens: Ideal for coastal or salt-prone environments, Coral Bells can handle salty air and soil, making it a valuable addition to seaside gardens or near roadsides.
• Patios and Containers: Their compact size and striking appearance make Coral Bells an excellent choice for container gardening, perfect for adding color to patios, balconies, or front porches.

Recommended Coverage

Packet: A packet of Coral Bells Seeds will provide enough seeds to plant multiple plants, allowing you to create a colorful ground cover, garden border, or container display with this versatile perennial.

Enhance Your Garden with Coral Bells

Whether you're looking to add vibrant foliage, attract pollinators, or create a low-maintenance ground cover, Coral Bells Seeds are the perfect choice. With their showy foliage, deer and salt tolerance, and evergreen nature, these plants provide year-round beauty and resilience. Order your seeds today and start growing this colorful, hardy perennial in your garden or containers!