NORTHERN EXPOSURE Red coral bells

Heuchera 'NORTHERN EXPOSURE Red'

PerennialSaxifragaceae

NORTHERN EXPOSURE Red coral bells
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantEvergreen
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn, winter
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerGround coverLow maintenance

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBees

Notes

'Northern Exposure Red' coral bells (Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Red') is a perennial for borders, containers, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It stays evergreen and handles dry spells well. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit it.

Pairs well with Astilbe, Japanese forest grass, and Lenten rose.