Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' (Lime Marmalade Coral Bells)


Botanical Information

FamilySaxifragaceae
GenusHeuchera
Cultivar'Lime Marmalade'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2 - 8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-30 - 20
Height0.5 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July

Description and Growing Information

ShapeClump-forming.
LandscapeExcellent for rock gardens, borders and open woodland gardens, or as an edger along paths or walkways.
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn, or by seed in spring (although the cultivar will not come true).
CultivationGrow in a rich, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, making sure to provide consistent moisture if grown in full sun in a warm area. Remove the stems of faded flowers to encourage further bloom.
PestsSusceptible to leafy gall (Corynebacterium fascians), and affected plants should be destroyed.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are ruffled and lime green, maintaining their colour throughout the growing season.
Flower DescriptionFlowers appear in open panicles on slender, wiry stems that rise above the leaves.

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