Great Garden Plants Berry Smoothie Coral Bells
Best low-maintenance shade perennial for beginner gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round color.
A vibrant, low-maintenance perennial that brings intense, color-shifting foliage to shaded garden spots. It thrives in heat and humidity, making it an effortless choice for containers or borders where you need reliable, year-round visual interest.
$17.99
at
Great Garden Plants
More Coral Bells options
Who it's for
- Shade gardeners looking to brighten up dark corners
- Gardeners seeking year-round color shifts in their landscape
- Busy homeowners needing reliable, low-maintenance perennials
Who should skip it
- Beginners wanting a plant that never needs maintenance
- Gardeners with heavy, poorly draining clay soil
- People living in regions with intense, scorching afternoon sun
Performance breakdown
Foliage Vibrancy
Raspberry tones provide striking, consistent color throughout the growing season.
Heat Tolerance
Robust enough to withstand summer humidity without wilting or scorching.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial perfect for beginners and busy gardeners alike.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, keeping your garden beds intact.
Cut Foliage Longevity
Stems hold up impressively well in arrangements for over two weeks.
Versatility
Thrives equally well in shaded borders or decorative patio containers.
Key Specs
Botanical name
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Sun exposure
Shade to part-sun
Mature Height x Width
18 inches x 20 inches
Foliage color
Raspberry, wine
Soil pH preference
6.0 to 7.0 (Neutral to slightly acid)
Spacing requirement
1.5 ft
Bloom time
Summer
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the Great Garden Plants Berry Smoothie Coral Bells before you decide.