Posted by Stephanie | Posted in Perennials | Posted on 12-05-2008
One of the best, easiest ways to add season-long interest to your garden is with plants whose foliage is unusual or oddly colored. One of the best plants for this is Heuchera, or Coral Bells. Most common garden Heuchera features deep purplish-bronze foliage, but my favorite Coral Bells are the lighter peach-tinted varieties. The most popular of these has been the Heuchera 'Caramel' for the last several years, and it's a great plant.
Even better, though, is the new Heuchera 'Christa' (PPAF). It will thrive in sun or shade (especially in afternoon shade), and the unique peach coloring is accented with a silver dusting that makes 'Christa' absolutely glow. Because it was bred from native plants, it is extraordinarily well-adapted to North American climates, doing wonderfully in heat and drought. Plus it's deer-resistant and evergreen in much of the country, so you'll be able to enjoy its spectacular foliage year-round. It has a tight, compact habit, so it is a nicely tidy plant for neat gardens. As a great bonus, 'Christa' has lovely creamy pink flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. Give this unique plant a try: 'Christa' will amaze you.