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Solar Eclipse Foamy Bells

x Heucherella 'Solar Eclipse'

Solar Eclipse Foamy Bells

In growth

JFMAMJJASOND

In bloom

JFMAMJJASOND

Planting Guide

Spacing16-18 in
Planting depthCrown at soil level
Chilling hours1000 hours
Life expectancy3-5 years
Growth rateModerate
Planted2022
BedTo Be Sorted

Growing Conditions

SunFull Shade
WaterAverage
Soil typeRich, well-draining
Soil pH6.0-7.0
Zones4-9
Native statusCultivar

Appearance

TypePerennial
LeafPalmate (Hand-like lobes)
Foliage colourRed-brown with bright green borders
BloomWhite
FruitCapsule
EvergreenSemi-evergreen

Root System

SystemFibrous/Adventitious Systems
MorphologyFine Roots (< 2 mm)
FunctionAbsorptive Roots (Lower Orders)
PropagationDivision

Wildlife & Safety

AttractsBees, Butterflies
DeerDeer Resistant
ToxicityNon-toxic
EdibilityInedible
CompanionsHostas, Ferns, Astilbe

Where it came from

GrowerNature's Classic
Bought atKulak's Nursery

Care

Trim back foliage in spring

Maintenance

Divide every 3-4 years

Cleanup

Remove damaged leaves in late winter

Notes

A hybrid cross between Heuchera and Tiarella