HEUCHERA mix

Description and Characteristics

A Heuchera mix combines different cultivars of this evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial, known for their vibrant foliage colours, mounded habit, and airy flower spikes. Also known as Coral Bells, Heucheras are prized more for their striking foliage than their flowers, offering year-round interest in a wide range of colours, including deep burgundy, lime green, copper, peach, silver, and bi-colours.

A Heuchera mix may include varieties such as:

• ‘Palace Purple’ (deep burgundy leaves)

• ‘Lime Marmalade’ or ‘Lime Rickey’ (lime green)

• ‘Berry Smoothie’, ‘Forever Red’, or ‘Wild Rose’ (pink to red tones)

• ‘Caramel’ or ‘Amber Waves’ (golden bronze tones)

• ‘Obsidian’, ‘Midnight Rose’, or ‘Plum Pudding’ (dark purple/black foliage)

Most varieties produce small, bell-shaped flowers on wiry stems from late spring to early summer, typically in white, pink, or red, which attract bees and hoverflies.

Mature plants form neat clumps 25–45 cm high, with flower stems extending to 50–60 cm, depending on the cultivar. Their versatility makes them ideal for borders, underplanting, containers, or mixed displays.

• Mix of colourful, compact Heuchera cultivars

• Evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage for year-round impact

• Flowering: May to July, with pollinator-friendly blooms

• Mounds grow to 25–45 cm high, spread to 30–50 cm

• Excellent for colour contrast, edging, and container displays

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Heucheras in mixed plantings or trays are generally easy to grow, provided they are in well-drained soil and protected from excessive sun or standing water.

• Light Requirements:

  • Prefer partial shade to dappled sunlight

  • Lighter varieties (lime, gold) tolerate more sun

  • Dark-leaved types (burgundy, black) prefer shaded areas to prevent scorching

• Soil Preferences:

  • Thrive in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils

  • pH range: neutral to slightly acidic

  • Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils—add grit or organic matter to improve drainage

• Watering Needs:

  • Keep evenly moist, especially during dry spells

  • Water potted Heucheras more frequently

  • Avoid overhead watering to prevent crown rot

• Feeding:

  • Apply balanced fertiliser in spring for best leaf colour

  • For container plants, use a liquid feed monthly during growing season

• Pruning and Maintenance:

  • Remove faded flowers and old or tired foliage in spring or autumn

  • Divide clumps every 3–4 years to rejuvenate and control size

  • Clear debris from the crown in winter to reduce disease risk

• Winter Care:

  • Hardy in Zones 4–9 (RHS H5–H6)

  • Evergreen in mild climates; semi-evergreen in colder regions

  • In containers, move to a sheltered spot or mulch for winter protection

Garden Uses, Companion Plants, and Design Ideas

A Heuchera mix brings texture, colour, and contrast to almost any garden design. Their versatility allows them to feature in formal borders, woodland gardens, or modern containers.

• Design Applications:

  • Use as edging plants, underplanting shrubs, or ground cover

  • Excellent in containers, window boxes, and balcony gardens

  • Combine for seasonal colour wheels or monochrome contrast plantings

• Companion Plants:

  • Pair with Hosta, Ferns, Brunnera, Pulmonaria, Tiarella, and Hakonechloa

  • Contrast against silver foliage like Stachys or Artemisia

  • Great alongside spring bulbs or low-growing evergreens

• Container Use:

  • Ideal for mixed pots and patio containers

  • Use peat-free compost with added grit for drainage

  • Water and feed regularly for lush foliage

• Pollinator Benefits:

  • Small, bell-shaped flowers attract bees and hoverflies

  • Good filler plant in pollinator-friendly borders

  • Nectar-rich, though not the primary focus compared to leaf display

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Generally pest-free and resilient

  • Watch for vine weevil in pots—inspect roots and use biological control if needed

  • Ensure good air circulation to avoid fungal issues

• Size
  1 Litre

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

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Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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