Heuchera 'Marmalade'

Marmalade Coral Bells

Evergreen Perennial

Heucheras are evergreen, mounding perennials that are attractive year round. Marmalade displays leaves ranging from gold to reddish pink to amber orange. Tiny reddish-brown flowers appear on tall stalks. Attracts butterflies. An excellent groundcover for dry shade. Heuchera will tolerate full sun in more Northern areas as long as adequate moisture is provided.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Average, Regular / Even

Description

Size: 10 - 14 tall x 12 - 18 wide
Shape / Form: Mounding
Foliage Texture: Medium
Foliage Quality: Medium

Features: Attracts Butterflies

Foliage Color: Orange, Apricot / Peach, Bronze / Copper, Yellow / Gold

Flower Color: Red
Bloom Season: Summer

Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Edging, Groundcover, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Courtyard / Urban Garden, Once-a-Year Maintenance
Wildlife: Butterflies

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Late Winter / Early Spring, Late Fall / Early Winter, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role: front of border
Plant Behavior: Clumping

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low

Suitable Substitutes

Heuchera 'Amber Waves' | Coral Bells