Heuchera Marmalade

Marmalade Coral Bells

Heuchera ‘Marmalade’ is a vibrant foliage perennial valued for its glowing copper-orange leaves that bring warmth and brightness to shaded plantings. It forms a compact, mounded clump of ruffled foliage that emerges bright orange in spring, matures to rich copper and amber tones through summer, and often develops deeper reddish hues in cooler weather. The undersides of the leaves are burgundy-purple, adding depth and contrast when the foliage moves. In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, providing a delicate accent.

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; color often best in light shade)
Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Bright copper-orange foliage



Burgundy leaf undersides add contrast



Strong seasonal color interest



Ideal for borders, edging, and containers




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

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12-18''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

Cornsilk

Leaf color

Ruby

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No