Overview
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' 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, ground cover and woodland gardens.
About
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' (Lime Marmalade Coral Bells) is a perennial cultivar within the Heuchera genus, known for largely evergreen plants native mainly to North America. This cultivar thrives in sheltered spots with partial shade to shade, favouring well-drained, fertile soil that is neutral to slightly acidic and kept moist but not waterlogged. Suitable for borders, containers, ground cover, and woodland gardens, it requires removal of dead or damaged 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, shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- north, east, west
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, ground cover, woodland gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered spots with partial shade and 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 is uncommon.
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworm, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Heuchera rust
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'?
Prefers sheltered spots with partial shade and well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
Where is the best place to plant Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'?
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' prefers partial shade and shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' need?
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'?
Remove dead or damaged leaves in spring; cut back flower stems after blooming.
Is Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' hardy in the UK?
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' 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 'Lime Marmalade'?
Division in spring or autumn; seed propagation is uncommon.
More in the Heuchera genus
- Heuchera 'Cappuccino'
- Heuchera amer. 'Dale's Strain'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoidesCoral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Blooms' Variety'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Coral Cloud'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Oakington Jewel'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Pearl Drops'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Sparkler'Coral Bells