Heuchera 'Amber Waves'

Amber Waves Coralbells

Heuchera ‘Amber Waves’ is a colorful perennial valued primarily for its bold foliage. It forms a compact, mounded clump of ruffled, maple-like leaves that emerge bright amber-orange in spring, deepen to rich coppery tones through summer, and often take on warm reddish hues in fall. In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry small, creamy-white flowers above the foliage, adding light texture without overpowering the dramatic leaves. Its vibrant color makes it a standout in shaded plantings.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 12–18 in (to 18–24 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms expanding mounds)

USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Compact, mounded
Light: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates morning sun)
Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Amber to copper foliage for season-long color



Ruffled leaves add texture



Excellent for shade borders and containers



Strong contrast plant in mixed plantings




Care
Plant in well-drained soil and avoid heavy winter moisture. Remove spent flower stems after bloom. Divide every few years in spring to maintain vigor. Provide light mulch in colder climates for winter protection.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12-18''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring

Leaf color

SeaGreen

Fall color

Orange

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact Rounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes