Heuchera 'Fire Chief' Coral Bells
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Description / Heuchera 'Fire Chief' Coral Bells
Fire Chief Coral Bells is a stunning addition to any garden landscape. Renowned for its vibrant scarlet hue and exquisite blooms, Fire Chief Heuchera stands out as a true gem among perennials.
Standing at under 2 feet in height and width, this compact yet striking plant forms a mounding silhouette that adds a pop of color to partially shaded areas. Its large, maple-shaped foliage boasts hues of crimson, transitioning to a purplish tone in winter before resurging with fresh crimson brilliance come springtime. The ever-changing colors of Fire Chief's foliage ensure year-round visual interest, making it a standout feature in any garden.
But it's not just its foliage that captivatesFire Chief produces delicate, bell-shaped blooms in a soft pink hue. These charming flowers emerge on tall, slender stems at the heart of the plant, starting in late spring and continuing to grace the garden with their presence throughout summer and even into fall. As an added bonus, these blooms attract butterflies, enhancing the beauty of any shaded border.
Adaptable to various conditions, Fire Chief thrives in both sun and shade, making it a versatile choice for gardens across different regions. While it can withstand ample sunlight in northern climates, it prefers partial to full shade in warmer regions, such as the South and Southwest. Its high tolerance for heat and humidity makes it particularly well-suited to the Deep South, while still being hardy enough to endure colder temperatures down to Zone 4.
With its dark red stems, semi-evergreen foliage, and continuous blooms, Fire Chief Heuchera is a must-have for garden enthusiasts seeking a plant that combines beauty with resilience. Whether you're admiring its vibrant foliage or marveling at its charming pink and white flowers, Fire Chief Coral Bells is sure to add a touch of elegance to any outdoor space. Discover the allure of Fire Chief heuchera, your garden's new centerpiece.
Zones 4 - 9. What is My Zone?
Grow heuchera in your perennial garden. With its dainty bell-shaped flowers and hardy year round foliage, heuchera has a varied color palette so you can grow a colorful collection. Learn the needs of this mounding perennial in our Huechera Care Guide.
Product Details
SKU | v2035 |
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Genus | Heuchera |
Species | hybrid |
Variety | 'Fire Chief' |
Plant Patent | PP#21,880 |
Product Classification | Perennials |
Habit | Mound-shaped |
USDA Zone Low | 4 |
USDA Zone High | 9 |
Sun / Shade | Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade |
Bloom Color | Pink |
Bloom Season Start | Mid Summer |
Bloom Season End | Early Fall |
Foliage Color | Burgundy, Red |
Resistance | Cold Hardy, Disease Resistant, Downy Mildew, Heat Tolerant, Humidity Tolerant, Pest Resistant |
Special Features | Bloom First Year, Butterfly Lovers, Easy Care Plants, Fall Foliage Changes, Flower, Hummingbird Lovers, Long Bloomers, Repeat Bloomer, Spring Foliage Changes |
Uses | Border, Containers, Foliage Interest, Ornamental, Outdoor, Winter Interest |
Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |