Heuchera 'Pink Lipstick' (Heuchera 'Pink Lipstick'): Burgundy Stems with Pale Pink Flowers

Heuchera 'Pink Lipstick' (Heuchera 'Pink Lipstick')

'Pink Lipstick' coral bells provides great color to a border with its burgundy stems and pale pink flowers. It forms clumps of heart-shaped, boldly veined leaves. The flowers are borne in narrow racemes or panicles in late spring and early summer.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Clumps of heart-shaped, boldly veined leaves. Flowers in late spring and early summer.

Growing Conditions and Care

Full sun to part shade; fertile, well-drained soil. The rootstalk tends to grow upwards, so mulch annually to keep covered. May need lifting and replanting with crown just above soil.

Propagation

Divide clumps in spring.

Potential Problems

Foliar nematodes, rust, powdery mildew, and leaf spots.

Quick Reference

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Growth Pace: Moderate
• Light: Full Sun to Part Shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Bloom Time: Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer
• Flower Color: Pink
• Uses: Cut Flower
• Style: Beds and Borders, Container, Edging, Foliage, Shade
• Seasonal Interest: Spring Interest
• Tolerance: Deer Tolerant
• Type: Perennial