Heuchera 'Marmalade'Marmalade Heuchera

The Heuchera 'Marmalade', commonly known as Marmalade Heuchera, is a striking perennial valued for its vibrant, ruffled foliage in shades of amber, apricot, and coppery orange. The foliage color deepens with age, adding dynamic interest to borders, containers, or mass plantings. In late spring to early summer, it produces delicate sprays of small, bell-shaped, creamy white flowers, complementing the colorful foliage. Growing up to 30 cm tall and 45 cm wide, it thrives in shaded or partially sunny gardens.

المواصفات

• Height30 cm (foliage); 50 cm (with flower spikes)
• Width45 cm
• Native toNorth America (species origin)
• FoliageRuffled, vibrant leaves in amber and copper tones; evergreen in mild climates
• Growth rateModerate

الظروف

• SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils enriched with organic matter
• LightPartial shade to dappled sunlight; tolerates full sun in cooler climates
• WaterModerate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• ClimateThrives in temperate and cool regions

خصائص إضافية

• FlowersCreamy white, bell-shaped blooms on tall spikes; late spring to early summer
• FormCompact, mounding habit with densely packed foliage
• UsesIdeal for borders, rockeries, mass planting, or containers
• SpacingPlant 30–45 cm apart for dense coverage or individual displays
• Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; remove spent flowers and dead leaves as needed
• Pest ResistanceHardy and generally pest-free; monitor for slugs or snails
• Frost TolerancePerforms well in cooler climates and tolerates light frost
• Seasonal AppealEvergreen in mild climates with year-round foliage color
• VersatilityComplements cottage, woodland, and contemporary garden styles

The Marmalade Heuchera is a versatile and vibrant plant, perfect for adding color, texture, and low-maintenance charm to shaded or partially sunny garden spaces.