Garden hybrid
Heuchera x hybridaCoral Bells66 other cultivars
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‘Prince’Coral Bells Prince
‘Amethyst’Amethyst Myst Coral Bells
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‘Southern Comfort’Southern Comfort Coral Bells
‘Shanghai’Shanghai Coral Bells
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‘Black Taffeta’Black Taffeta Coral Bells
‘Grape Timeless’Grape Timeless Coral Bells
‘Cascade Dawn’Cascade Dawn Coral Bells
‘Grape Soda’Grape Soda Coral Bell
‘Grande Black’'Grande Black' Coral Bells
‘Sugar Berry’Heuchera Sugar Berry
‘Lace Ruffles’Coral Bells 'Lace Ruffles'
‘Strawberry Candy’Strawberry Candy Heuchera
‘Crimson Curls’Crimson Curls Coral Bells
‘Carousel’Heuchera Carousel
‘Stormy Seas’Heuchera Stormy Seas
‘Regal Robe’Coral Bells Regal Robe
‘Peach Flambe’Heuchera Peach Flambe
‘Pewter Moon’Pewter Moon Heuchera
‘Petite Pearl Fairy’Heuchera Petite Pearl Fairy
‘Black Beauty’Black Beauty Coral Bells
‘Carnival Cinnamon Stick’Carnival Cinnamon Stick Heuchera
‘Lava Lamp’Heuchera Lava Lamp
‘Sweet Tart’Coral Bells Sweet Tart
‘Twist of Lime’Coral Bells 'Twist of Lime'
‘Shimmer’Heuchera Shimmer
‘Prince of Silver’Prince of Silver Heuchera
‘Tokyo’Tokyo Coral Bells
‘Mint Frost’Mint Frost Heuchera
‘Regina’Coral Bells Regina
‘Chocolate Ruffles’Chocolate Ruffles Coral Bell
‘Chocolate Veil’Coral Bells Chocolate Veil
‘Paprika’Paprika Coral Bells
‘Peachberry Ice’Peachberry Ice Coral Bells
‘Lime Rickey’Lime Rickey Coral Bells
‘Snow Angel’Heuchera Snow Angel
‘Rosamund’Heuchera Rosamund Coral Bells
‘Peach Smoothie’Heuchera Peach Smoothie
‘Velvet Knight’Velvet Night Coral Bells
‘Peacock Feathers’Heuchera Peacock Feathers
‘Vesuvius’Heuchera Vesuvius
‘Blondie’Blondie Coral Bell
‘Cathedral Windows’Coral Bells Cathedral Windows
‘Pistachio Ambrosia’Heuchera Pistachio Ambrosia
‘Cajun Fire’Heuchera Cajun Fire
‘Cherries Jubilee’Coral Bells Cherries Jubilee
‘Palace Passion’Coral Bells Palace Passion
‘Purple Petticoats’Heuchera Purple Petticoats
‘Brownies’Heuchera Brownies
‘Ruby Ruffles’Heuchera Ruby Ruffles
‘Raspberry Ice’Heuchera Raspberry Ice
‘Ruby Veil’Heuchera Ruby Veil
‘Pewter Veil’Heuchera Pewter Veil
‘Berry Marmalade’Berry Marmalade Coral Bells
The Story
Plant Bio
Heuchera x hybrida 'Starry Night' is a perennial with lush, rounded foliage that displays a striking deep purple to black hue, complemented by delicate, airy flower spikes of white or pale pink in summer.
This cultivar is renowned for its intense dark foliage that provides excellent contrast in garden borders and containers, and it maintains good vigor and color stability throughout the growing season.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
8 inches
Width
12 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Prefers average humidity
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
North America
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
Bloom period
Late spring – Early summer
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into prepared soil in early spring.
- Water thoroughly after planting to settle roots.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
- Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide clumps every 3-4 years in early spring or fall.
Pro Tip
Ensure partial shade for vibrant foliage and consistent moisture.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Prune dead or damaged leaves to promote healthy growth
- Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to full sun, which can scorch leaves
- Skip heavy fertilization that can cause leggy growth
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadhead | ||||||||||||
| Divide | ||||||||||||
| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Mulch | ||||||||||||
| Spring Cleanup |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Starry Night Coral Bells questions
What zones can Starry Night Coral Bells grow in?
Starry Night Coral Bells is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Starry Night Coral Bells deer resistant?
Yes — Starry Night Coral Bells is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Starry Night Coral Bells bloom?
Starry Night Coral Bells typically blooms in late spring through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Starry Night Coral Bells need full sun?
Starry Night Coral Bells does best in part shade.
More Heuchera to compare
Mixed Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea 'Mixed Coral Bells'
Midnight Rose Coral Bell
Heuchera x brizoides 'Midnight Rose'
Palace Purple Coral Bells
Heuchera americana 'Palace Purple'
Wildberry Coral Bells
Heuchera x brizoides 'Wildberry'
Electra Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea 'Electra'
Caramel Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea 'Caramel'
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