Heuchera Caramel
Coral Bells 'Caramel'
Heuchera ‘Caramel’ is a warm-toned foliage perennial valued for its rich caramel to apricot-colored leaves. It forms a compact, mounded clump of rounded foliage that emerges amber-orange in spring, matures to warm caramel and copper tones through summer, and often develops deeper reddish hues in fall. The undersides of the leaves show a soft rosy tint, adding extra dimension. In late spring to early summer, airy stems carry small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, providing a light accent while the colorful leaves remain the focal point.
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
Caramel to amber foliage for warm color contrast
Rosy leaf undersides add depth
Strong foliage interest from spring through fall
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 protection.
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 6-12"
- Width
- 12-24"
- Hardiness zones
- 4–8
- Sunlight
- Full Shade, Partial Shade
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Bloom time
- Summer
- Leaf color
- Dark Orange, Salmon
- Fall color
- White
- Attracts
- Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
- Soil
- Humus rich, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden
- Shape
- Low Mounding
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No
