Heuchera 'Fire Chief' (Fire Chief Coral Bells) — Clump-forming

Overview

Heuchera 'Fire Chief' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Heuchera 'Fire Chief' grows best in partial shade and full shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and ground cover.

About

Heuchera 'Fire Chief' (Fire Chief Coral Bells) is a perennial cultivar within the Heuchera genus, known for largely evergreen plants native to North America. It thrives best in partial to full shade, favouring sheltered or semi-exposed aspects such as north, east, or west-facing positions. This cultivar prefers moist, well-drained, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH and is hardy in UK conditions (H5). Suitable for use in borders, containers, or as ground cover, it requires removal of dead leaves in spring and cutting back flower stems after blooming. Propagation is typically by division in spring or autumn.

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, full shade
Soil type: well-drained, loamy
Soil pH: neutral, slightly acidic
Soil moisture: moist, well-drained
Aspect: north, east, west
Exposure: sheltered, semi-exposed
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Heuchera 'Fire Chief' 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 'Fire Chief'

Cultivation: Prefers sheltered spots with partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogging.
Pruning: Remove dead or damaged leaves in spring; cut back flower stems after blooming.
Propagation: Division in spring or autumn; seed propagation less common.
Pest resistance: Vine weevil
Disease resistance: Heuchera rust, Leafy gall

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Heuchera 'Fire Chief'?

Prefers sheltered spots with partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogging.

Where is the best place to plant Heuchera 'Fire Chief'?

Heuchera 'Fire Chief' prefers partial shade and full shade. It suits sheltered and semi-exposed positions.

What soil does Heuchera 'Fire Chief' need?

Heuchera 'Fire Chief' grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.