Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ – Deep Burgundy Coral Bells Perennial

Description

Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’

Bring bold, year-round color to shady garden spaces with Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’, a beloved Coral Bells variety prized for its dramatic, deep burgundy foliage. The glossy, maple-shaped leaves provide stunning contrast against greens and silvers, while airy white-to-pink flower spikes rise gracefully above in late spring to early summer.

This hardy perennial thrives in part shade to full shade and pairs beautifully with ferns, hostas, and ornamental grasses. Its low, mounding form makes it perfect for borders, woodland gardens, or container arrangements.

‘Palace Purple’ is not only beautiful but also easy to care for—offering long-lasting texture, color, and pollinator-friendly blooms that bring quiet elegance to your garden.

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🔍 Plant Details

Botanical Name: Heuchera micrantha ‘Palace Purple’
Common Name: Coral Bells, Palace Purple Heuchera
Plant Type: Perennial
Height: 12–18 inches (up to 24 inches with blooms)
Spread: 12–24 inches
Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade (morning sun tolerated)
Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Soil Requirements: Rich, well-drained, slightly moist soil
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Bloom Color: White to pale pink
Foliage Color: Deep burgundy to purple-bronze
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9
Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
Maintenance: Low; remove old leaves in spring for fresh growth

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💚 Why You’ll Love It

• 💜 Rich Burgundy Foliage: Adds color and contrast to shady spaces

• 🌸 Delicate Blooms: Airy flower spikes attract pollinators

• 🌿 Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and deer-resistant

• 🌤️ Shade Garden Essential: Thrives where sun-loving plants won’t

• 🍂 Multi-Season Appeal: Striking foliage lasts from spring to fall

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🌻 Planting Tip

Plant Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ in part shade with rich, well-drained soil. Keep soil evenly moist during hot spells. Combine with Hostas, Astilbe, and Japanese Forest Grass for a lush, layered shade garden.