Garden hybrid
Heuchera x hybridaCoral Bells66 other cultivars
‘Checkers’Checkers Coral Bells
‘Mix’Coral Bells Mix
‘Winter Red’Winter Red Heuchera
‘Timeless Glow’Timeless Glow Coral Bells
‘Purple Sails’Purple Sails Coral Bells
‘Firefly’Coral Bells 'Firefly'
‘Smoke and Mirrors’Coral Bells Smoke and Mirrors
‘Circus’Circus Coral Bells
‘Stainless Steel’Stainless Steel Coral Bells
‘Forever Purple’Forever Purple Heuchera
‘Black Forest Cake’Black Forest Cake Coral Bells
‘Prince’Coral Bells Prince
‘Amethyst’Amethyst Myst Coral Bells
‘Frosted Violet’Frosted Violet Coral Bells
‘Southern Comfort’Southern Comfort Coral Bells
‘Shanghai’Shanghai Coral Bells
‘Silver Shadows’Silver Shadows Coral Bells
‘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'
‘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
‘Starry Night’Starry Night Coral Bells
‘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 'Strawberry Candy' is a perennial with mounding, attractive foliage that features vibrant, variegated leaves in shades of pink, red, and green, complemented by delicate, bell-shaped flowers on slender stems.
This cultivar is renowned for its striking, colorful foliage that provides visual interest throughout the growing season and its adaptability to container gardening and shaded borders.
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
Average
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
North America
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
Bloom period
Late spring – Late fall
In flower about 7 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into well-draining soil in early spring
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy
- Mist cuttings to encourage rooting in summer
- Mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilize lightly in early spring with balanced fertilizer
- Divide every 3-4 years in early spring or fall
Pro Tip
Plant in partial shade for best foliage color and growth
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Divide in early spring or fall
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to full sun, which can scorch leaves
- Skip heavy fertilization to prevent legginess
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadhead | ||||||||||||
| Divide | ||||||||||||
| 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
Strawberry Candy Heuchera questions
What zones can Strawberry Candy Heuchera grow in?
Strawberry Candy Heuchera 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 Strawberry Candy Heuchera deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Strawberry Candy Heuchera, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Strawberry Candy Heuchera bloom?
Strawberry Candy Heuchera typically blooms in late spring through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Strawberry Candy Heuchera need full sun?
Strawberry Candy Heuchera 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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