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Plum Pudding Coralbells

Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'

Category: Perennial • Corabells

Heuchera 'Plum Pudding' offers stunning foliage for shaded gardens, perfect for borders and mass plantings.

Mature Height: 12-18 inches
Mature Width: 12-24 inches
Bloom Color: White, Pink
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

Plum Pudding Coralbells features striking, dark purple leaves with a silvery overlay. This perennial is known for its attractive foliage and delicate flower spikes.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Moisture should be consistent but not waterlogged.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture. Tolerates a range of pH levels and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Attractive foliagedrought-tolerant once established

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to shaded areas. Works well in woodland gardens or as a ground cover.

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