Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Heuchera 'Spellbound'
Spellbound Coral Bells
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Height
- 10 to 12 inches (foliage); up to 18 inches (flowers)
- Width
- 12 to 18 inches
- Flower color
- White
- Foliage color
- Silver, tinged with purple
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; trim spent flowers and foliage as needed
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Bees, butterflies
About this plant
Heuchera 'Spellbound' features bright silver foliage, tinged with rich purple, and further highlighted with black veins, creating a dramatic contrast that enhances its ornamental appeal. The deeply lobed leaves have a slight sheen that adds to the plant's refined look. As the season progresses, the foliage may deepen in color, offering a vibrant display in the garden.
In late spring to early summer, 'Spellbound' produces delicate white to pale pink flowers on slender spikes, adding a light and airy quality to the plant. This cultivar, bred for its stunning foliage and floral display, is an excellent choice for shaded areas, where it can brighten up borders, containers, or garden beds. Its versatility and beauty make it a standout addition to any garden, creating visual interest throughout the seasons.
Works well in
Woodland Gardens · Borders · Containers · Under Trees
Companion plants
Cyclamen · Epimedium · Acorus · Omphalodes · Hellebores · Ferns
Design tip
Use this luminous foliage to brighten shaded borders and create contrast beneath darker evergreen shrubs and trees. Pair with bold leaf forms, graceful ferns, and layered woodland textures to build plantings that remain elegant, balanced, and visually engaging throughout the growing season.
