The Deep Purple Heuchera, also known as Coral Bells, is a stunning perennial plant that will add vibrant color and texture to your home garden. With its rich, deep purple foliage, this Heuchera variety is perfect for creating an eye-catching display in flower beds, borders, or containers. Known for its resilience and beautiful, bell-shaped flowers, this plant thrives in both sunny and shaded spots, making it a versatile choice for various garden conditions.
These heirloom seeds are free from genetic modification, ensuring that you are planting pure, natural beauty in your garden. Heirloom seeds are prized for their historical significance and reliable growth patterns, and they’re a great choice for gardeners who prefer plants that have stood the test of time.
Key Features:
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Stunning Color: Deep purple leaves with subtle undertones, creating an elegant contrast in your garden.
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Heirloom Quality: Non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds, ensuring strong genetic traits passed down through generations.
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Perfect for Containers & Flower Beds: Compact and low-maintenance, making it ideal for small spaces and garden borders.
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Long-Lasting Perennial: Heuchera plants are hardy and will return year after year, offering vibrant color each season.
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Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established and is drought-tolerant.
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
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Spread: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
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Flower Color: White or light pink bell-shaped flowers
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Foliage Color: Deep purple with metallic sheen
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Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade
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Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-9
Planting and Sowing Instructions:
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Preparation:
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Start by preparing your garden bed with well-draining soil, enriched with organic matter.
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Heuchera thrives in partial to full shade, so choose a location with filtered light or light shade for best results.
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Sowing:
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Sow the seeds on the surface of the soil as they need light to germinate. Lightly press the seeds into the soil with a flat tool or your hand to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
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Water gently to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.
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Germination:
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Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Heuchera seeds typically take 2-3 weeks to germinate at temperatures between 65–75°F (18–24°C).
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Transplanting:
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Once the seedlings have grown large enough to handle, thin them out or transplant them to their permanent location.
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Space the plants about 12–18 inches apart to allow them to spread and grow without crowding.
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Care:
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Water the plants regularly, ensuring that the soil is kept moist during the growing season, but allow it to dry out slightly between waterings.
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Mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and keep the soil temperature stable.
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