Product Description
Heuchera 'Pistachio Ambrosia' PPAF CPBRAF (20)ct Flat
PRIMO® Series
Common Name: Coral Bells
An improvement over 'Pretty Pistachio' in the PRIMO® collection. Growers who loved the large chartreuse leaves of 'Pretty Pistachio' can expect the same from the new version, as well as the upright scapes of light pink flowers. 'Pistachio Ambrosia' has a similar robust landscape presence as its predecessor but is less prone to burning or leaf discoloration. Brightest foliage color will come with filtered shade or morning sun. PRIMO® Heuchera differ from the DOLCE® Series with larger, faster growing habits and a more substantial landscape presence.
Compared with DRESSED UP™ 'Ball Gown', 'Pistachio Ambrosia' has flat, well-rounded leaves and pink instead of cream flowers.
Coral bells are easy to grow and blend easily with most other perennials in the landscape. Because of their low, mounding habit, they are often used as edging along paths or in containers. Try cutting a few of the tall flower scapes for fresh bouquets.
Heucheras are easy perennials to grow and fit nicely in the front of any border, rock garden, or container. They grow most vigorously and have the strongest colors when grown in partial shade (preferably afternoon shade). They can also be grown in full shade, but their growth rate will be very slow. Some varieties can withstand full sun in northern climates if they have consistent moisture, but their colors tend to fade with the intensity of the sun. The soil should be amended with organic matter prior to planting. It should also have good drainage and a neutral pH.
Heucheras are evergreen in areas with mild winters. If properly sited out of the way of winter winds and with reliable snow cover, gardeners in northern regions may also find their heucheras acting as evergreens. If the plant looks tattered by early spring, shear off any damaged leaves to make room for the vibrant new foliage which will fill in quickly.
Heucheras can be grown under Black Walnut trees because they are resistant to the toxin Juglone which the trees emit from their roots.
Heucheras are also salt tolerant. They are useful in the north along pathways which are salted in winter or for people gardening in coastal regions. Occasionally in northern regions, heucheras have a tendency to heave out of the ground because of the freeze/thaw cycle. To combat heaving, add an extra layer of compost around the plant's roots in the fall. In the spring, if the plants have heaved at all, the new roots will grow into the fresh new layer of compost.
Height: 10.0-12.0 Inches
Spread: 28.0-32.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink shades
Foliage Color: Yellow shades
Full Sun to Full Shade
Average Water Needs
Average to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Seasonal Interest: Fall Color
Evergreen
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Easy To Grow, Edging, Attractive Foliage, Salt Tolerant