| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | Non-Native |
| Native Range | Hybrid cultivar |
| Zone | 4, 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | bell-shaped flowers, Pink, Small, White |
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| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Heuchera x ‘Plum Pudding’ is a compact hybrid Coral Bells with deep purple foliage and delicate summer blooms, perfect for shaded borders and containers.
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| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | Non-Native |
| Native Range | Hybrid cultivar |
| Zone | 4, 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Spread (ft.) | 1.00 to 1.50 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | bell-shaped flowers, Pink, Small, White |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Heuchera x ‘Plum Pudding’, commonly known as Coral Bells, is a standout hybrid cultivar prized for its deep purple, glossy foliage and compact mounded form. This non-native cultivar adds bold color and texture to shaded borders, foundation beds, and woodland gardens. From late spring into summer, slender flower stalks rise above the foliage carrying tiny, bell-shaped pinkish-white flowers that attract pollinators. Reaching 10 to 12 inches tall and 16 to 20 inches wide, ‘Plum Pudding’ makes an excellent foliage contrast plant for part to full shade.
Rich foliage color: Deep plum leaves offer striking contrast in shaded spaces
Long season appeal: Colorful foliage lasts from spring through frost
Pollinator-friendly blooms: Delicate flower spikes attract bees and other insects
Sun exposure: Best in part shade; avoid full sun in hot climates
Soil needs: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Maintenance: Low maintenance; remove old leaves in spring and divide every few years
Shade borders: Provides bold foliage color among ferns and native perennials
Woodland gardens: Blends well with hostas, sedges, and spring ephemerals
Containers: Adds rich color and texture to shaded patio containers
Hybrid cultivar: Offers some ecological value but less than straight native species
Pollinator value: Flowers support bees and small pollinators
Best paired with natives: Combine with native shade plants for improved biodiversity
Tiarella cordifolia – Foamflower: A native groundcover with airy white flowers and lobed foliage that thrives in part to full shade.
Carex pensylvanica – Pennsylvania Sedge: A fine-textured native sedge ideal for woodland gardens and dry shade.
Phlox divaricata – Wild Blue Phlox: A fragrant, spring-blooming native with soft blue flowers that support early pollinators.
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Partially. Heuchera × ‘Plum Pudding’ is a hybrid cultivar, developed from various Heuchera species, some of which (Heuchera americana, for example) are native to the United States. However, ‘Plum Pudding’ itself is a non-native hybrid bred for ornamental foliage and does not provide the full ecological benefits of straight native species.
‘Plum Pudding’ is known for its deep purple, metallic-tinged foliage with dark veining, offering bold year-round color in shady areas. It forms a tidy, mounding clump typically 10 to 12 inches tall and 12 to 16 inches wide, with short spikes of tiny white to pinkish flowers in late spring to early summer.
This Heuchera prefers partial shade to full shade, though it can tolerate morning sun in cooler climates. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter and is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. Good drainage is key, especially in winter, to prevent root rot.
Yes. While grown primarily for its foliage, the small flowers attract bees and hummingbirds when in bloom. However, like many hybrids, it does not provide the same host plant value to native insects as straight native Heuchera species.
Yes. Heuchera ‘Plum Pudding’ is generally deer- and rabbit-resistant, and it is low-maintenance once established. It works beautifully in shade gardens, borders, containers, and mixed native or ornamental plantings, adding color and texture with minimal effort.
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