Heuchera Villosa 'Caramel' PPAF

Caramel Hairy Alumroot, Caramel Coral Bells

Heuchera villosa ‘Caramel’ is a vigorous foliage perennial valued for its warm caramel to apricot-colored leaves and excellent heat tolerance. It forms a broad, mounded clump of rounded foliage that emerges amber-orange in spring, matures to rich caramel and copper tones through summer, and often develops deeper rosy hues in cooler weather. The leaf undersides display soft pinkish tones that add depth when the foliage moves. In late summer to early fall, airy stems carry clusters of small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, extending seasonal interest later than many coral bells.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 24–30 in
Height: 12–18 in (to 20–26 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms broad expanding mounds)

USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Broad, 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 but tolerates heat well

Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Warm caramel to apricot foliage



Excellent heat and humidity tolerance



Broad mound adds strong texture



Ideal for borders, mass plantings, 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. Mulch lightly in colder climates to protect roots and maintain soil moisture.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12-18''

Width

24-30"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Orange

Fall color

Gold, Orange

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No