Heuchera 'Spellbound' (1 Gallon) Coral Bells
About this item
Add elegance and year-round color to your garden with Heuchera 'Spellbound', a vigorous, beautifully mounding perennial prized for its dramatic, oversized foliage and shimmering metallic tones. Its large, deeply lobed, ruffled leaves feature stunning silvery surfaces accented by rich purple veining. Depending on the season and light conditions, the foliage takes on beautiful rose-purple hues, creating a captivating display of ever-changing color. Compact, fast-growing, and wonderfully versatile, 'Spellbound' is an exceptional choice for adding texture and visual interest to shaded gardens and decorative containers.
Plant Characteristics
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Foliage: Large, deeply lobed, ruffled silver leaves with prominent dark purple veining. Rose-purple tones become more pronounced in spring and fall, while silvery hues are most prominent in shaded conditions.
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Flowers: Delicate clusters of small, pale yellow to white, bell-shaped flowers appear on slender burgundy-to-green stems.
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Bloom Time: Late spring through late summer, generally May through September.
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Size: Approximately 9–16 inches tall and 16 inches wide.
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Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
Growing & Care
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Light: Prefers partial shade to full shade. Protection from intense afternoon sun helps preserve the beautiful silver foliage and prevent leaf scorch.
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Soil: Grows best in rich, organic, well-drained soil that retains consistent moisture.
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Water: Moderate water requirements. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, but avoid overly wet or waterlogged conditions. Established plants offer good drought tolerance.
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Maintenance: Relatively low-maintenance. Remove damaged or faded foliage as needed to maintain a fresh, attractive appearance.
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Wildlife: Generally resistant to deer and rabbits, while its delicate flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Garden Uses
Perfect for shaded perennial borders, woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and decorative containers. The luminous silver foliage provides beautiful contrast when paired with hostas, ferns, ornamental grasses, and other shade-loving perennials.
A truly captivating foliage perennial, 'Spellbound' brings shimmering color, beautiful texture, and season-long elegance to the garden!