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Heuchera Cherries Jubilee

Coral Bells Cherries Jubilee'

Heuchera ‘Cherries Jubilee’ is a colorful foliage perennial valued for its vibrant cherry-red leaves accented with darker veining. It forms a compact, mounded clump of rounded foliage that emerges bright cherry-red in spring and maintains strong red tones through the growing season, often deepening to burgundy hues in cooler weather. In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry sprays of small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, adding a light accent while the dramatic leaf color remains 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)
Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Bright cherry-red foliage with darker veining



Strong color contrast in shade plantings



Compact mound adds texture



Ideal for borders, edging, and containers




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, Summer
Flower color
Light Coral
Leaf color
Maroon
Attracts
Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Soil
Humus rich, Loamy, Well Drained
Landscape use
Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden
Shape
Low Mounding
Deer resistant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No