Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' – A Vibrant, Evergreen Perennial for Year-Round Colour
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is a striking perennial known for its vibrant lime-green foliage that changes to gold and amber tones as the seasons progress. This hardy, evergreen plant forms a low, mounded shape and is perfect for adding texture and bright colour to borders, containers, or shaded areas. With delicate white flowers in spring, it's a fantastic addition to any garden, offering year-round interest with minimal care.
Why Grow Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'?
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Vibrant Foliage – Lime-green leaves that turn gold and amber in cooler months, providing year-round colour.
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Compact, Mounding Growth – Ideal for borders, containers, or shaded garden areas.
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Low Maintenance – A hardy, evergreen perennial that thrives with minimal care.
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Perfect for Shade or Part-Sun – Adds colour to shadier spots where other plants might struggle.
Height of Plant
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' grows to a height of about 30 cm with a spread of 40 cm, making it perfect for small borders or containers.
Where to Site Your Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'
This versatile perennial thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It's ideal for:
- Shaded borders and woodland gardens
- Containers and patio displays
- Rockeries and edging
How to Grow and Care for Your Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'
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Soil – Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil but can tolerate a range of conditions.
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Light – Thrives in partial to full shade, with best colour in shaded spots.
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Watering – Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. It's drought-tolerant once established.
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Maintenance:
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Pruning – Trim back old foliage in spring to encourage fresh growth.
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Mulching – Apply mulch to retain moisture and keep the soil cool.
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Pest & Disease Resistance – Generally resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance plant.
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Cold Hardy – Withstands cold temperatures and retains its colour throughout the year.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' pairs beautifully with other shade-loving plants such as hostas, ferns, and astilbes. Its vibrant foliage contrasts beautifully with darker-leaved plants, adding texture and colour to shady areas.
With its striking foliage, compact growth, and low-maintenance nature, Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is an excellent choice for brightening shaded areas, borders, and containers, offering year-round interest and colour.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
