Heuchera Dolce 'Cherry Truffles' is a coral bells cultivar featuring deeply lobed ruffled foliage in shades of cherry red. Its compact, mounding habit and bright coloration make it a great choice for borders and containers. Height & Spread: 10 - 12 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soil enriched with organic matter Watering Needs: Moderate; appreciates consistent moisture but dislikes soggy soil Deer Resistance: High Native Status Derived from North American native Heuchera species, this hybrid selection is bred for ornamental use and performance in modern shade gardens. Wildlife & Insects Butterflies Attracts butterflies such as Red Admirals and Painted Ladies that seek out its nectar rich blooms during their flight periods. Bees Appeals to native bumblebees and sweat bees which forage among the flower stalks. Beneficial Insects Provides support for pollinator habitat by drawing hoverflies and tiny wasps that contribute to natural pest control. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space 18 - 24 in apart to create a colorful, ruffled carpet without overlapping crowns. Landscape Placement Excellent for shade borders, foundation beds, and mixed containers where its rich red foliage provides high impact contrast. Companion Plants Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (Japanese Forest Grass) - Offers cascading golden foliage that softens and highlights the dark red leaves of 'Cherry Truffles'. Hosta 'Blue Angel' (Hosta) - Large blue green leaves provide bold contrast and balance in shaded beds. Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart' (Siberian Bugloss) - Heart shaped silver foliage brightens up the garden and complements the red tones. Astilbe 'Fanal' (False Spirea) - Red flower plumes echo the foliage color and add vertical bloom interest in summer. Tiarella cordifolia (Foamflower) - Delicate white flowers and textural foliage offer contrast and native compatibility.
