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Buttered Rum Foamy Bells

Heucherella x 'Buttered Rum'

Category: Perennial • Foamy Bells

Buttered Rum Foamy Bells offers vibrant foliage and is perfect for shaded borders and mass plantings.

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Mature Height: 7-10 inches

Mature Width: 12-15 inches

Bloom Color: White, Cream

Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Buttered Rum Foamy Bells is a hybrid perennial known for its striking foliage that features a mix of golden-yellow and burgundy tones. It produces delicate flowers on tall spikes, adding charm to gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Moisture levels should be moderate.

Soil Preferences

Thrives in well-drained soil with good moisture retention. Adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

bordermass plantingspecimen

Special Features

Colorful foliageattractive flowers

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding texture and color to shaded areas. Works well in mixed plantings.

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