Do coral bells grow back every year?
Even though they can grow as evergreens, coral bells, also known as alum root, might die back in your climate, especially during colder than normal winters. To ensure that their interesting foliage and flowers return the next year, give your coral bells a bit of tender-loving care during winter.
What plants go with coral bells?
Impatiens, begonia, torenia, petunia and verbena all look good when grown alongside coral bells. Impatiens are ideal companions in the shade garden or even in containers. They flower nonstop all summer. The flowers come in a wide range of colors including purple, red, pink and white.
How big do coral bells get?
6-16 inches tall
Coral bells have a mounding habit, growing 6-16 inches tall and 12-36 inches wide. Flower spikes reach 1-3 feet tall.
Are coral bells poisonous to dogs?
coral bells are cherished for their colorful foliage that persists from spring to fall. Leaves grow to form a lovely mound of foliage. Thankfully, all parts of this plant are non-toxic! Try planting it in a pot to avoid any paw traffic and ripped leaves from your dog.
Do coral bells repel mosquitoes?
Heuchera Citronelle grows about 10″ tall and 14″ wide and is sun tolerant. The foliage has a citrusy smell which, if crushed to release the fragrance, will repel mosquitoes.
Do coral bells do well in shade?
Coral bells grown in full shade are less likely to flower, so place the plants in dappled shade if you want to see the stalks of bell-shaped flowers each spring. The soil for your coral bells should be rich in organic matter and well-drained.
Where to plant coral bells?
Coral bells work well in a variety of settings, including planted as a groundcover at the edge of a woodland, in the front of a perennial border or in a rock garden. They even perform well when planted in tubs or containers.
Do deer like coral bells?
In many cases, rabbits and deer leave coral bells alone through the middle of the growing season, but are quick to devour it when frost kills other plants in the garden. Deer will also paw through snow to reach plants for a winter-time snack.
Can coral bells take Sun?
Even though coral bells can take full sun, harsh sun can wash out the color of the leaves and too much sunlight can also cause the edges of the leaves to scorch. Since the plant is normally a woodland plant, it’s happiest in light shade.