Which Heucheras Like Sun?

Which Heucheras Like Sun?

Examples include Southern Comfort, Georgia Peach, Caramel and Fire Alarm. Heucheras are happiest growing in partial shade or morning sun, although in the northern half of the country most of them will also grow in full sun. Dark-leaved varieties such as Palace Purple are usually the most sun-tolerant.

Can heuchera tolerate full sun?

Heuchera villosa, however, is a species that is native to southeastern U.S. It is an adaptable species that thrives in full sun to part shade, grows happily in soils ranging from slightly wet to slightly dry and is unfazed by high humidity. Understandably, it is a popular plant for southern gardens.

How much sun can heuchera handle?

The ideal conditions for coral bells is part shade, meaning 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, and out of the way of scorching afternoon sun. However, heuchera plants will grow in any amount of sunlight, including full sun, as long as you water well.

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