The Story
Plant Bio
Heuchera are mounding perennials grown primarily for their colorful, often ruffled or veined, evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. They produce delicate, bell-shaped flowers on tall, slender stems.
'Spearmint' features silvery-green leaves with dark green veins, forming a dense, compact mound. It produces an abundance of two-toned pink and white flowers on dark stems.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
10 inches
Width
18 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Average
Lifespan
3-5 years before needing division
Native To
North America
Toxicity
Non-toxic
Bloom period
Late spring – Mid-summer
In flower about 3 months of the year
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Planting
How to Grow
- Choose a site with morning sun and afternoon shade
- Amend soil with compost to improve drainage and fertility
- Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the pot
- Plant with the crown slightly above the soil line to prevent rot
- Water regularly, especially during the first season and dry spells
- Mulch lightly in winter to prevent frost heaving
Pro Tip
Ensure excellent drainage, especially in winter, to prevent crown rot, the most common issue for Heuchera.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide good drainage; amend heavy soils with grit or compost
- Plant the crown high to keep it from rotting
- Divide every 3-4 years when the center becomes woody
- Remove spent flower stalks to keep the plant looking neat
Don't
- Do not plant in waterlogged soil
- Avoid deep burial of the crown
- Do not let the soil dry out completely, especially in containers
- Avoid hot, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Spearmint Coral Bells questions
What zones can Spearmint Coral Bells grow in?
Spearmint 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 Spearmint Coral Bells deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Spearmint Coral Bells, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Spearmint Coral Bells bloom?
Spearmint Coral Bells typically blooms in late spring through mid-summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Spearmint Coral Bells need full sun?
Spearmint 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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