FYRE WING™ Hematite Heuchera

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The Seven of the Lace CrownExplore the rest of the FYRE WING™ collection Amber Heliodor Hematite Jadeite Jet Rhodonite Spinel FYRE WING™ Hematite Heuchera is an exciting introduction from Terra Nova Nurseries featuring deeply divided cordovan-red leaves tipped in copper. The intricate leaf shape is displayed from the crown outward, giving the foliage a remarkably fine, Japanese maple-like appearance. Botanically, Heuchera villosa Hematite forms a low mound about 6 inches tall and 11 inches wide, with 10-inch flower stems carrying white to pale yellow blooms in May and June. This selection is part of the FYRE WING™ lace-leaf series and represents one of the first reliably expressed red forms of the unusual cut-leaf trait. Years of crossing and selection produced foliage with much finer division than conventional coral bells but with the same sturdy growth habit of heuchera. It stays compact and is evergreen to semi-evergreen depending on winter conditions. Hematite works especially well along shaded walkways, near the front of mixed borders, beneath open-canopied shrubs, and as a foliage-focused container specimen.FYRE WING™ Hematite Heuchera CarePlant in full sun to part shade, favoring afternoon shade in regions with hot summers and stronger sun in cooler climates. Use organic, moderately well-drained soil that sheds excess water readily around the crown. A slightly acidic growing medium around pH 5.8 to 6.2 is well suited to this heuchera.Water deeply during the first growing season whenever the upper inch of soil begins to dry, allowing roots to develop beyond the original planting hole. Once established, let the soil dry moderately between waterings and watch for persistently wet conditions around the crown, which can lead to decline. A light spring application of compost or balanced slow-release fertilizer is usually sufficient in garden soil. During winter, keep mulch around the root zone while leaving the crown exposed above the soil surface.Remove winter-damaged or tired leaves in early spring just before