Heuchera americana (coral bells)

Coral bells, also called alumroot, is a small evergreen mounding perennial that has become popular with home gardeners because of its unique foliage. New varieties are introduced regularly. In late spring to early summer, tiny, greenish-white, bell-shaped flowers in open, airy panicles are borne on slender, leafless stems extending well above the mound of green leaves, typically to a height of 18–24". Best grown in organically rich, medium-moisture, well-drained soils in part shade. Prefers shade of the afternoon in the hot summers of the mid-Atlantic. These work well in small groups in the front of a border, along a pathway, or near a patio. Also grows well in containers. Clumps should be divided every three or four years in spring or fall. Deer avoid it.

Coral bells is native to eastern and central North America. The flowers attract bees and butterflies. 

BONAP Native Range Map (bright green indicates county native, dark green indicates state native)  

Photo by Kathy Thornton

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