TERRA NOVA Heuchera Fire Alarm
Best vibrant perennial for adding dramatic color to shaded garden borders.
This vibrant perennial offers intense, fiery red foliage that shifts in depth throughout the seasons. Its leathery, heat-resistant leaves make it a reliable choice for adding consistent color to shady spots or containers.
$18.99
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact visual interest in shaded landscapes
- Landscapers needing reliable, low-maintenance ground cover for mixed borders
- Nature enthusiasts wanting to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Homeowners with south-facing gardens lacking adequate canopy shade
- Gardeners working with dense clay soil or poor drainage areas
- Northern growers in climates with volatile winter temperature swings
Performance breakdown
Foliage Vibrancy
Intense red hues provide consistent, high-impact color throughout the seasons.
Heat Tolerance
Leathery leaves resist scorching even during peak summer heat waves.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal upkeep to maintain its tidy, mounding growth habit.
Pollinator Appeal
Delicate blooms effectively draw butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing animals, reducing the need for protective measures.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or shaded landscape beds.
Key Specs
Pot Size
5.25 inch square pot
Mature Height
9 inches
Mature Spread
10-18 inches
Hardiness Zones
4-9
Light Exposure
Full Shade to Partial Sun
Bloom Time
Spring-Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Deer Resistant
Yes
Attracts Pollinators
Yes
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