Overview
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' is a perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family. It typically grows around 0.5 m tall. Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Arizona, New Mexico and Northern Mexico.
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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In the garden
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' belongs to the Saxifragaceae and originates from Arizona, New Mexico and northern Mexico. As a perennial it forms a compact clump to about 0.5 m, then sends up flowering stems in the main UK season of May to August. The cultivar is offered for its red-flushed flowers carried above the foliage. Give 'Red Spangles' a sunny position and a light, free-draining soil; sandy or loamy substrates are ideal so long as they retain some moisture without waterlogging. Planting in an open, sun-facing spot helps the flower stems develop; the cultivar is rated H7, meaning it is fully hardy across the UK and tolerates winter exposure. USDA zones 4–10 are recorded for this taxon. Use it at the front of a sunny mixed border, in a gravel-edge bed with moisture-retentive pockets, or in a container where the soil mix matches its needs and the site receives full sun. Flower spikes sit above the 0.5 m foliage from May to August, providing a defined midsummer flush of red tones that contrasts well with grey or silver-leaved companions.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heuchera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 0.5 m
- Native to
- Arizona, New Mexico, Northern Mexico
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles'?
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' need?
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' grow?
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' reaches a height of 0.5 m.
Is Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' hardy in the UK?
Heuchera sanguinea 'Red Spangles' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
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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