Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'® – Planting & Care Guide

About Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'®

Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'®, commonly known as Coral Bells, is a stunning evergreen perennial grown for its shimmering silver foliage with prominent dark charcoal-grey veining. The neat, rounded mounds of metallic-looking leaves provide year-round interest and create a striking contrast with both green and colourful planting schemes.

From late spring through summer, slender stems rise above the foliage carrying masses of bright pink bell-shaped flowers, which are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Growing to approximately 20–30cm tall (up to 45–55cm in flower) with a spread of 35–45cm, 'Silver Gumdrop'® is perfect for borders, containers and woodland gardens.

Planting Guide

• Plant in full sun or partial shade.
• Partial shade is ideal in warmer locations to maintain the brightest foliage colour.
• Prefers fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil.
• Suitable for loam, sandy and clay soils with good drainage.
• Improve poor soils with compost or well-rotted organic matter before planting.
• Dig a planting hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth.
• Position the crown level with the surrounding soil.
• Backfill with soil, firm gently and water thoroughly.
• Apply a light mulch around the base, keeping it away from the crown.
• Space plants approximately 35–45cm apart.

Care & Maintenance

Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'® is an easy-care perennial.

• Water regularly during the first growing season.
• Once established, water during prolonged dry spells.
• Feed each spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser.
• Apply fresh mulch annually to conserve moisture and improve soil fertility.
• Keep the area around the plant free from weeds.
• Water container-grown plants regularly during warm weather.
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging.

Pruning

Minimal pruning is required.

• Remove faded flower stems to encourage repeat flowering.
• Cut away damaged or old leaves in late winter or early spring.
• Remove dead foliage as required throughout the year.
• Divide mature clumps every 3–4 years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.
• Avoid covering the crown with mulch or soil.

Growing Conditions

• Botanical Name: Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'®
• Common Name: Coral Bells
• Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
• Mature Height: 20–30cm (45–55cm in flower)
• Spread: 35–45cm
• Flower Colour: Bright pink
• Flowering Period: May to August
• Foliage: Silver with dark charcoal-grey veining
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout Ireland and the UK

Ideal Uses in the Garden

Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'® is perfect for adding elegant foliage contrast and long-lasting colour.

• Front of borders
• Patio containers
• Raised beds
• Woodland gardens
• Cottage gardens
• Courtyard gardens
• Ground cover
• Rockeries
• Pollinator-friendly gardens
• Mixed perennial borders

It combines beautifully with Hostas, Ferns, Carex, Brunnera, Tiarella, Hellebores, Heucherella, Hakonechloa and spring-flowering bulbs.

Seasonal Interest

• Silver foliage provides year-round colour and texture.
• Fresh new leaves emerge in spring with bright metallic tones.
• Bright pink flowers bloom from late spring through summer.
• Flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinating insects.
• Evergreen foliage remains attractive throughout winter.

Common Problems

Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'® is generally healthy and dependable.

• Root rot may occur in poorly drained soils.
• Vine weevil can occasionally affect container-grown plants.
• Powdery mildew may develop during hot, dry weather with poor air circulation.
• Older plants may become woody and benefit from division every few years.
• Planting in well-drained soil and removing old foliage in spring will help maintain healthy, vigorous growth.

With its shimmering silver foliage, vibrant pink flowers and compact evergreen habit, Heuchera 'Silver Gumdrop'® is an outstanding perennial for Irish gardens. Ideal for borders, containers and woodland planting, it offers year-round colour, attracts pollinators and requires very little maintenance, making it a superb choice for gardens of every style

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