Key Features

• Growth Habit:
  • Compact, mounding evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial
  • Typically grows 8–12 inches tall (18–24 inches in bloom) and 16–20 inches wide
  • Forms dense clumps of colorful foliage
• Bloom Color:
  • Small rosy-pink to purple flowers held on slender stems above the foliage
• Fragrance:
  • Little to no noticeable fragrance
• Fruit Flavor:
  • Not grown for edible fruit production
• Culinary Uses:
  • No significant culinary uses
• Medicinal & Traditional Uses:
  • Primarily cultivated as an ornamental foliage perennial
  • No widely recognized medicinal uses
• Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
  • Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies when flowering
  • Deer resistant
  • Rabbit resistant
  • Generally resistant to most pests and diseases when planted in well-drained soil
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
• Sun Preferences:
  • Partial shade to full shade in warmer climates
  • Full sun to partial shade in cooler northern regions with adequate moisture
• Drought Tolerance:
  • Moderate once established
  • Performs best with evenly moist, well-drained soil
• When to Prune:
  • Remove damaged or tattered leaves in late winter or early spring before new growth appears
  • Deadhead spent flower stalks after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage healthy foliage

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

• Select a site with partial shade and well-drained, organically rich soil.
• Ideal for woodland gardens, borders, edging, containers, and under trees.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 8–10 inches deep.
• Incorporate compost or leaf mold to improve fertility and drainage.

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

• Carefully remove the plant from its container.
• Gently loosen any circling roots before planting.

5. Plant

• Position the crown slightly above or level with the surrounding soil surface.
• Avoid burying the crown, as excessive soil around it can lead to rot.
• Backfill with soil and gently firm around the roots.

6. Water Thoroughly

• Water deeply immediately after planting.
• Keep soil consistently moist during the first growing season.

7. Mulch

• Apply a light 2-inch layer of mulch around the plant, keeping mulch away from the crown.

8. Spacing

• Space plants 16–20 inches apart to allow for mature growth and good air circulation.

Overwintering Forever® Purple Heuchera

In-Ground Plants

• Fully hardy throughout USDA Zones 4–9.
• Foliage often remains evergreen or semi-evergreen in mild winter climates.
• Leave foliage in place over winter to help protect the crown from temperature fluctuations.

Winter Care Tips

• Apply a light layer of mulch after the ground freezes to reduce frost heaving.
• Avoid heavy mulch directly over the crown.
• Water occasionally during prolonged winter dry spells if the ground is not frozen.

Spring Maintenance

• Remove winter-damaged leaves in late winter or early spring.
• Trim spent flower stalks and any dead foliage as new growth begins.
• Divide mature clumps every 3–5 years if the crown becomes woody or begins to decline.

Container-Grown Plants

• Move containers to a sheltered location during severe winter weather.
• Protect pots from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Water sparingly during dormancy, allowing the soil to remain slightly moist but never soggy.

Forever® Purple Heuchera is one of the finest purple Coral Bells available, offering glossy, richly colored foliage that stays vibrant throughout the growing season. Its compact habit, delicate summer blooms, excellent cold hardiness, and low-maintenance nature make it an exceptional choice for shaded borders, woodland gardens, containers, and year-round landscape color.