Overview
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' grows best in partial shade and shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and ground cover.
About
A compact perennial with rounded, ruffled leaves that emerge in a rich berry color, maturing to a deep purple. It produces delicate, airy spikes of small bell-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer.
About the genus
Heuchera is a genus of largely evergreen perennial plants in the family Saxifragaceae. All species are native to North America except for Heuchera sichotensis, native to the Russian Far East. Common names include alumroot and coral bells.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heuchera
- Sunlight
- partial shade, shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist, well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered positions with partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Pruning
- Remove old leaves and flower stems after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Vine weevil, Leaf and bud eelworm
- Disease resistance
- Heuchera rust
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'?
Prefers sheltered positions with partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Where is the best place to plant Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'?
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' prefers partial shade and shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' need?
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
How do I prune Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'?
Remove old leaves and flower stems after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
Is Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' hardy in the UK?
Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'?
Division in spring or autumn.
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More in the Heuchera genus
- Heuchera 'Cappuccino'
- Heuchera amer. 'Dale's Strain'Coral Bells
- Heuchera americanaAmerican alum root
- Heuchera cylindricaroundleaf alum root
- Heuchera cylindrica 'Hyperion'alum root 'Hyperion'
- Heuchera micranthasmall-leaved alum root
- Heuchera sanguineacoral bells
- Heuchera sanguinea 'Bressingham Blaze'Coral Bells