Heuchera ‘Berry Smoothie’ | Coral Bells ‘Berry Smoothie'
A beautiful perennial, Heuchera Berry Smoothie will liven up any garden with its riot of color. The metallic rose-pink leaves of this plant are a sight to behold. Berry Smoothie’ gradually darken to purple-pink as the season progresses. Shades of green and burgundy and rich purple interspersed throughout. The foliage is beautifully complemented by the delicate stems adorned with tiny bell-shaped flowers that emerge during the spring and summer. The flowers have a soft pinkish. These lobed, rounded leaves retain their vibrant color throughout the growing season, making them a standout feature in any garden. hue. This petite beauty is ideal for mass plantings, containers, or borders, as it only grows to be about 12–18 inches tall and 12–24 inches wide.
Planting Tips:
Heuchera Berry Smoothie is a great plant for woodland gardens or other shaded spots in the yard because it grows best in well-drained soil and tolerates partial to full shade. When planting, keep the plant's crown just above soil level to avoid root rot. In order to promote healthy growth and proper air circulation, space plants 12 to 18 inches apart.
Watering:
While Heuchera Berry Smoothie does best in slightly damp soil, be careful not to water it too much or it will rot the roots. Water thoroughly but seldom, giving the top inch of soil a chance to dry out in between. Be sure to keep a careful eye on the soil moisture levels and make any necessary adjustments to the watering frequency during times of extreme heat or drought. Use our MOISTURE MAXX non-ionic wetting agent all year or during times of drought for extended help keeping your plants well hydrated for up to 40 days.
Mulching:
Organic mulch applied around the base of a Heuchera Berry Smoothie plant helps retain moisture, prevents weeds, and keeps soil at a consistent temperature. For plants that are susceptible to rot, use a thin layer of mulch, like shredded bark or compost, and keep it away from the plant's stem.
Pruning:
When it comes to pruning, Heuchera Berry Smoothie requires very little effort. To encourage airflow and forestall disease, prune the plant periodically during the growing season and remove any damaged or dead leaves. You can also promote new growth by cutting back spent flower stalks in late fall or early spring.
Fertilizing:
Feed 'Berry Smoothie' in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer like SR-18-5-10 according to the rates specified by the manufacturer. If you want your plants to produce more flowers and less foliage, you should avoid over-fertilizing.
Purchase our Slow Release fertilizer here SR-18-5-10.
Ordering
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.
Summer - Above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Plant Highlight
- Growing Zone: 4-9
- Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
- Botanical Name: Heuchera x 'Berry Smoothie' PP# 21,871
- Foliage Color: Metallic rose-pink
- Flower Color: Shades of White
- Flower Fragrance: N/A
- Fall Color: Yes
- Type: Perennial
- Mature Height: 18-20" inches
- Mature Width: 18-24" inches
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Exposure: Shade to part shade
- Soil Needs: Widely Adaptable, like organic soils best.
- Water Needs: Occasionally, once established
- Pruning Needs: Divide every 2-3 years
- Awards:
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: Yes
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Note: We put pictures and videos on our site to best represent our products as an example of our quality as a grower. You may, however, receive a smaller or larger plant than pictured depending on the season you buy. You may or may not get a plant blooming as shown on our site. We usually trim off blooms because they do not ship well. Your purchase of our plants should be considered an investment in your future garden to enjoy the process of growing it to its full potential.
Why The Plant Factory, Inc is a good choice?
Our plants are grown at our nursery. Our experienced staff use the best horticultural practices to ensure our plants are of the utmost health and quality. We select your plants as if we were buying them ourselves. Our standard goals are to exceed our customers’ expectations. We pride ourselves for great “out of the box” experiences with hassle-free customer service and quick resolutions.
