Heuchera Dolce Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells are a stunning perennial grown in zones 4-9. They reach a size of 8-10 inches and are grown naturally.
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Silver Gumdrop PPaf Coral Bells (Heuchera sanguinea 'Silver Gumdrop') is a beautiful and versatile perennial plant that is known for its striking silver foliage and vibrant pink flowers. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is native to North America and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Care and planting
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but it does not like to sit in waterlogged soil. Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells should be planted in the spring or fall.
Watering and fertilizing
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells is a relatively drought-tolerant plant, but it will benefit from regular watering during the first year after planting. Once established, Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells can be watered deeply once a week during hot, dry weather. Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells should be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells does not require a lot of pruning, but it can be pruned in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or damaged foliage. Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells can also be pruned to shape and maintain its desired size and shape.
Propagation
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. To divide, simply dig up the plant and divide the root ball into two or more sections. Replant the divisions in a well-drained location.
Pests and diseases
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells is a relatively pest- and disease-resistant plant. However, it can be susceptible to slugs, snails, and deer. These pests can be controlled with insecticidal soap, neem oil, or fencing.
Uses in the landscape
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It is often planted as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or as a border plant. Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells can also be used in foundation plantings, woodland gardens, and rock gardens.
Conclusion
Silver Gumdrop Coral Bells is a beautiful and versatile plant that is easy to care for. It is a great choice for gardeners of all levels of experience.
Additional care tips:
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat blooming.
- Mulch around plants in the fall to protect roots from winter damage.
- Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring to promote growth and flowering.
- Water plants deeply and infrequently, especially during hot, dry weather.
- Divide plants every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
