Heuchera 'Peppermint Spice' | Peppermint Spice Coral Bells
DESCRIPTION
Heuchera 'Peppermint Spice' showcases silvery-green leaves with prominent dark purple veining, giving the foliage a richly textured appearance. The slightly ruffled edges of the leaves enhance its decorative quality, making it a standout in shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container plantings. This cultivar’s unique coloration lends itself to pairing with a variety of other plants, offering a versatile addition to garden designs.
In mid to late summer, delicate spikes of deep pink flowers emerge above the foliage, adding a touch of elegance and lightness. Bred for its ornamental qualities, 'Peppermint Spice' is a modern cultivar celebrated for its ability to provide visual interest throughout the growing season, thriving in partially shaded locations.
DESCRIPTION
Heuchera 'Peppermint Spice' showcases silvery-green leaves with prominent dark purple veining, giving the foliage a richly textured appearance. The slightly ruffled edges of the leaves enhance its decorative quality, making it a standout in shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container plantings. This cultivar’s unique coloration lends itself to pairing with a variety of other plants, offering a versatile addition to garden designs.
In mid to late summer, delicate spikes of deep pink flowers emerge above the foliage, adding a touch of elegance and lightness. Bred for its ornamental qualities, 'Peppermint Spice' is a modern cultivar celebrated for its ability to provide visual interest throughout the growing season, thriving in partially shaded locations.
DESCRIPTION
Heuchera 'Peppermint Spice' showcases silvery-green leaves with prominent dark purple veining, giving the foliage a richly textured appearance. The slightly ruffled edges of the leaves enhance its decorative quality, making it a standout in shaded borders, woodland gardens, or container plantings. This cultivar’s unique coloration lends itself to pairing with a variety of other plants, offering a versatile addition to garden designs.
In mid to late summer, delicate spikes of deep pink flowers emerge above the foliage, adding a touch of elegance and lightness. Bred for its ornamental qualities, 'Peppermint Spice' is a modern cultivar celebrated for its ability to provide visual interest throughout the growing season, thriving in partially shaded locations.
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Family: Saxifragaceae
Height: 10 to 14 inches (foliage); up to 18 inches (flowers)
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Silvery green with dark purple veining
Flower color: Dark pink
Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; trim spent flower stalks and remove damaged leaves as needed
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-9
Wildlife attractors: Bees, hummingbirds
