Fun and Games® 'Eye Spy' Foamy Bells (Heucherella)
Perennial
- Months of color in foliage & flower!
- Long-blooming perennial for borders & containers.
- Delicate pink flowers are long-lasting when cut.
- Zones 4-9, part sun/shade, 10" tall x 20" wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Patent #: PP30,532
Common name: Foamy bells
Zone: 4 – 9
Sun exposure: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to part sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 8-10" X 16-20"
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Multi colored
Season of interest: Late spring, summer
Bloom time: Summer, spring
Features: Winter interest, Proven Winners, native, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, deer resistant, container plants, cold tolerant, best for beginners
Uses: Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, massing, small spaces, under planting, woodland
How to Grow
Light: As a general rule, heucherellas do well in shade, but for the highly colored varieties, some morning sun will bring out more intense coloring. Color can wash out in full sun and too much heat and light can cause the leaves to scorch.
Water: Has average water needs, and will perform better if kept too dry than too wet after being established.
Spacing: 1.5 feet apart
Fertilizing: In spring a layer of compost or an application of all-purpose garden fertilizer can be applied around the base of the plant.
Winterizing: Winter mulching will prevent the freezing and thawing that can heave plants' roots. Leave foliage standing for the duration of the fall and winter.
Maintenance & pruning: In early spring clean up old foliage before, or just as, new growth emerges. Cut back the entire flower stalk after flowering to put the plant's energy into growing more leaves.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I count on Great Garden Plants for perennials as large and healthy as those I could buy at a local nursery or big box store. None of the tiny plants at exorbitant prices that other mail order firms sell.
They were very nice especially for late season plants
Flower sprays arrived with the lush plant and it is now in full flower under the maple tree. Lovely!
lovely accent
This plant was very small and fragile. I hope it can survive.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
The plants arrived healthy and in good condition. They add bright spots in an otherwise dark landscape area. Looking forward to seeing them bloom in the spring.
Ordered 8 and they're pretty beat up. Could've been packed better and a more robust plant. I wouldn't order from GGP again.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
Nice!
So far, doing well in the extreme heat.
I ordered several of these for along a path. The ones on the shadier side are doing ok, the ones that got more sun got very scraggly looking and were removed. I may find a spot that gets even less sun for the survivors.
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Please contact us at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants so we can better assist you. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
I recently bought 6 Eye Spy Foamy Bells plants. They arrived on time and in good condition. They have been planted and are thriving. In the future I would not hesitate to buy other plants from Great Garden Plants. I'm definitely a happy customer.
It was nearly dead when I received it. It was mishandled in shipping. I am nursing it back to health. It will be a while before I can plant it.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please email your order number and pictures of your plants to [email protected] to start the claims process. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
Arrived healthy but very wilted and had some minor damage.
Hello! We’re sorry that you received plants that are not up to our standards. We try our best to provide excellent plants, but some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control. That’s why we have a 60-day guarantee on all of our orders. Please contact us with your order number and pictures of your plants to start the claims process if necessary. We look forward to helping!
All did well
I've planted several coral bells in my landscape this year, and this one is a great addition. It adds a little zing! Arrived healthy and was actually larger than I expected. It's doing beautifully so far. No breakage or browning. I'm really happy with it.
I ordered 6 of the foamy bells plants and was excited to plant them in my shade garden. Sadly, the 6 plants I received were in poor condition, with substantial amounts of dead and dying foliage. I would have never purchased these at my local garden center. If the price is too good to be true, sadly it might be...
Hi Kat, I am so sorry to hear about your plants, it is clear that they are not up to our quality standards. Please email pictures of the plants to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
The plants were gorgeous and looked very healthy, although large for the four inch pots they came in. The soil in the small pot did not show any evidence of being root bound, so I planted them. They started wilting and went down hill. I discovered that inside the four inch pot the roots were tightly contained in a tiny mesh starter container and extremely root bound. They died despite my attentiveness and efforts to save them.
Hello! The mesh that you are referencing is called a 'Growcoon'! These biodegradable cocoons are used on plants that like their soil to be drier. When the plant starts as a plug, these help them develop a sturdy root system and provide great drainage. They are harmless to the plant, even when planted in your garden, and are helpful to the plant and it's developing root system.
Please email pictures of the plants to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we have a guarantee on all our plants. Our fall guarantee covers plants received after September 1 until May 2023!
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They were packed with a lot of care. The plants were beautiful. They r doing awesome
I bought these for a shady spot that numerous other plants I tried gave up in. Sheltered by evergreens and under a north eve of my house so literally no sun at all. These little guys love it! Can’t wait til they bloom next year!
All the plants I received were healthy and its thriving in my perennial shade garden!!
Happy customer
I had a ~ 1/2 dozen and they stopped me in my tracks one day…the pink flowers are really pretty & the variegated foliage color looks great even when not in flower. The local deer & rabbits aren’t touching it either (win!).
With the new additions, I now have 4 drifts in various locations giving me some much needed foliage interest & overall garden continuity.
Both of these arrived in perfect condition and acclimated quickly. They are doing well and I look forward to blooms next year!
Just a little smaller than anticipated. Besides that, great plants.
Ordered 10 of these and all arrived in excellent condition. All with healthy new growth. Couldn’t be happier.
Unfortunately 3 of 7 arrived Nearly Dead On Arrival - succumbed shortly after. The other 4 are doing well. Ordered a number of plants from GG this fall and they arrived robust and healthy. I will continue to order plants from GG because they have quality plants at reasonable prices and do a better than average job of shipping.
I love this plant. Unfortunately one of the two I ordered did not do well. GGP has assured me they will replace it if it doesn't bounce back. The other is gorgeous.
From my own personal experience, I refute the claim that these are for partial shade. THEY NEED FULL SHADE. I planted in an area of the garden where there was maybe a half to and hour of direct sunlight and it almost killed them. Each afternoon the leaves and stems completely wilted to the ground; looked like all 4 were goners. I replanted them in full shade and now they are thriving. Maybe a little sun in the early morning is fine, but ZERO afternoon sun and heat or you will kill them. As small plants they are less than amazing, and far from color expectations. I'm hoping when they are more mature and blooming I will appreciate them. Maybe these are "proven winners", but I will get back to you on that.
Hello Kenneth!
Thank you for your feedback, we're happy to hear you found the perfect spot for your plant. As a general rule, heucherellas do well in shade, but for the highly colored varieties, some morning sun will bring out more intense coloring. Color can wash out in full sun and too much heat and light can cause the leaves to scorch. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to reach out to our team. Happy gardening!
What plants are bred together to form heucherella?
Is one heuchera
Or Tiarella?
Tiarella?
Yes, Foamy Bells are a cross of coral bells (Heuchera) and foam flower (Tiarella).