Heuchera 'Guacamole' is a vibrant coral bells variety known for its glossy chartreuse lime green foliage and softly ruffled edges. This bright color provides standout contrast in gardens and pairs beautifully with darker leaved companions.
Height & Spread: 10 - 12 in x 16 - 20 in
Bloom Time: Late spring to midsummer
Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade
Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soil enriched with organic matter
Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture, especially in dry weather
Deer Resistance: High
Native Status
Developed from North American native Heuchera species, this cultivar is bred for its vivid leaf color and compact clumping form.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Attracts butterflies such as Red Admirals and Common Buckeyes with its upright flower spikes in summer.
Bees
- Flowers are a reliable nectar source for native sweat bees and small bumblebee species.
Beneficial Insects
- Encourages helpful hoverflies and predatory wasps that support natural pest control in shady garden areas.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 16 - 20 in apart to accommodate its full spread and allow for airflow between plants.
Landscape Placement
- Best used in shade gardens, borders, and mixed containers.
Companion Plants
- Hosta 'June' (Hosta) - Features blue green and gold tones that enhance the brightness of 'Guacamole'.
- Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexander’s Great' (Siberian Bugloss) - Large silvery leaves contrast with the lime tones and offer bold foliage texture.
- Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' (Japanese Sedge) - Delicate arching blades with gold variegation pair well with Heuchera’s rounded form.
- Tiarella cordifolia (Foamflower) - Native groundcover with white spring blooms and patterned foliage that blend harmoniously in part shade.
- Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in White' (False Spirea) - Crisp white plumes and serrated foliage offer height and softness alongside Heuchera.