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Heuchera 'Black Forest Cake'

Black Forest Cake' Coral Bells

Black Forest Cake' Coral Bells

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Partial shade

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • June

  • Dark chocolate colored foliage
  • Disease resistant
  • Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies.
  • Easy care
  • Abundant flowers

Heuchera 'Black Forest Cake' is distinguished by its elegant habit and bright red flowers. This evergreen perennial offers smooth, striking dark chocolate-colored foliage. In spring, panicles of small bell-shaped flowers rise above the foliage, creating a striking contrast. Robust and easy to maintain, it resists pests and diseases. Ideal for mixed borders and containers.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
6 - 12 in.
Spread
6 - 12 in.
Height
6 - 12 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Compact
  • Rounded

Flowering colours:

  • Red

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Heuchera is somewhat drought tolerant once established.

Maintenance:

  • Easy. Divide as needed and cut back in spring or fall. Avoid full sun to maintain vibrant colour. Prune after flowering to stimulate foliage.

Soil requirement:

  • Well drained

Features

Resistance:

  • Diseases
  • Parasites

Attract:

  • Pollinators
  • Butterflies
  • Hummingbirds

Use:

  • Shade gardens
  • Flowerbeds
  • Borders

Attribute:

  • Great ornamental appeal

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