“Palace Purple” Coral Bells Heuchera Micrantha
- This selection was the first of many purple-leaved Coral Bells, and is still an excellent choice for towards the edge of the border, or in containers and tubs. Plants form a low mound of maple-shaped leaves, from bronzy-green to rich purple-red. Spikes of small creamy-white flowers appear in early summer. In hot summer areas a part shade location will help to prevent the leaf colour from fading. Evergreen in mild winter areas, but plants may be clipped hard in early spring. Division is not always easy, but can be attempted in spring. A former Perennial Plant of the Year for 1991.
Zones: 4 – 9
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour
  White
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Bronze
  Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Massed
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
  30-60 cm
  12-23 inches
Spread
  30-45 cm
  12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
  None
Growth Rate
  Medium
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