Heucherella hybrid 'Catching Fire' PPAF

– Attracts: Bees and small beneficial insects

– Deer Resistance: Generally deer and rabbit resistant

– Foliage Season: Spring through fall, evergreen to semi-evergreen in mild zones (6–9)

– Flower Season: Blooms once in late spring to early summer

– Winter: May persist through winter with mulch protection; foliage may fade or bronze in colder zones

– Shade containers
– Bold foliage combinations
– Woodland beds
– Accent planting

– Color: Bright, fire-red centers with vivid yellow-green margins; intense contrast

– Shape: Deeply lobed, with a maple-like structure

– Texture: Velvety to slightly glossy, depending on age of the leaf

– Seasonal Color: Color intensifies in cooler weather, especially in spring and fall

– Color: Soft white to pale pink

– Form: Tiny, bell-shaped flowers on slender, wiry stems

– Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

– Ornamental Value: Secondary to foliage, but adds soft floral touch above the mound

– Timing: Best planted in early spring or early fall when soil is workable and temperatures are moderate

– Soil: Requires well-drained, humus-rich soil with consistent moisture

– Depth: Plant with crown at soil level—do not bury the crown

– Spacing: Space 12–18 inches apart to allow for natural mounding and spread

– Mulch: Apply a light mulch layer to retain moisture and protect shallow roots

– Seasonal Clean-up: Trim back tattered or damaged foliage in early spring

– Post-Bloom: Cut flower stems after blooming to tidy the plant

– Maintenance: Remove old leaves as needed to promote fresh growth

– During Establishment: Keep consistently moist but not soggy

– After Establishment: Water deeply once or twice weekly depending on weather

– Mulching: Helps regulate soil moisture and temperature

– Optimal: Partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal)

– Tolerances: Tolerates full sun in cool climates (zones 4–6) if soil stays moist

– Avoid: Full, intense afternoon sun in hot climates—it may cause leaf scorch

– Cut Flowers: Flower spikes can be clipped for delicate filler in arrangements

– Foliage: Occasionally used in small arrangements; not a major harvest plant

– Best Time: Harvest flowers when about half the bells are open

– Timing: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formula

– Supplement: Monthly diluted liquid feed during active growth (optional)

– Note: Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers which can lead to weak growth

– Pollinated by: Small native bees and flying insects

– Pollination Type: Primarily grown for foliage; does not require pollination for garden value

– Fruit Set: Rarely relevant for ornamental purposes

– Hosta – complements with large-leaved contrast

– Tiarella – shares parentage and similar shade-loving needs

– Brunnera – offers blue flowers and bold foliage

– Astilbe – both thrive in moist shade and bloom at complementary times

– Ferns – create layered, woodland textures

– Pulmonaria – great for pairing foliage color and early bloom time