Heucherella 'Kimono' PP12154

Common Name: Foamy Bells

'Kimono' PP12154 produces two different sets of leaves. In the spring, deeply divided, green leaves in the shape of a kimono appear with maroon-purple central markings and a crinkly texture. In summer, this foliage is replaced by a new set of leaves that are larger and more round. Then they take on a copper-rose color in the fall and winter.

Wispy cream-colored flowers are produced on 18 inch scapes beginning in late spring. There's never a dull moment with this heucherella!

Heucherella is a hybrid genus produced from a cross between Heuchera and Tiarella.

Height:

9.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7

Flower Color:

White Shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Spring Early Summer Midsummer

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Edging Ground Cover

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Heucherellas perform beautifully in flower borders and in containers. A better performer in the north than in the south, their life span tends to increase as the average temperature is lowered. These perennials grow most vigorously and have the stongest 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 consistant 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.

Heucherellas 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 heucherellas 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.

Awards

Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit -- 2001

Characteristics