Melting Fire Heuchera
Best vibrant foliage for adding dramatic garden color.
This Heuchera brings bold color to shady spots with its ruffled, red-to-maroon foliage. It's a low-maintenance perennial that attracts pollinators and offers winter interest, making it a versatile choice for containers or borders. Deer tend to leave it alone, simplifying garden care.
$32.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting color and texture in their landscape.
- Busy individuals or new gardeners desiring effortless, beautiful garden additions.
- Homeowners looking for adaptable plants suitable for diverse garden spots.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in full-sun climates or those with very deep, consistent shade.
- Individuals with heavy clay soil or those prone to overwatering their plants.
- Gardeners in areas with high deer or rabbit populations.
Performance breakdown
Shade adaptability
Thrives in darker corners where most flowering perennials struggle to survive.
Visual impact
Dramatic ruffled foliage provides consistent, high-contrast color throughout the growing season.
Maintenance ease
Requires minimal intervention once established, making it ideal for low-effort landscapes.
Pest resilience
Naturally deer-resistant properties save you from constant protective measures.
Design versatility
Compact size works equally well in containers, borders, or as groundcover.
Pollinator appeal
Delicate summer blooms offer a reliable nectar source for local bees.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
3-9
Bloom Time
Early to late summer
Height
16 inches
Light Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Ships As
Premium root
Plant In
Spring
Deer Resistant
Yes
Container Gardening
Suitable
Attracts Pollinators
Yes
Botanical Name
Heuchera americana 'Melting Fire'
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