Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is a vibrant, vigorous perennial that acts like a spotlight in the garden, instantly brightening dark or shady corners. A sport of the popular 'Marmalade', this variety features heavily ruffled, deeply lobed leaves in a luminous shade of chartreuse to lime green. Unlike some lighter-colored Heucheras that can look washed out, 'Lime Marmalade' is prized for its "landscape-sized" vigor and its ability to maintain its zesty, neon-bright color throughout the entire growing season. In late spring and early summer, slender stems rise above the mounding foliage, topped with airy sprays of tiny, creamy-white bell flowers that are a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies. Foliage: Brilliant chartreuse-lime green; thick, ruffled, and frilly texture. Flowers: Dainty, creamy-white bell-shaped blooms on wiry stems in late spring. Light: Partial Shade to Full Shade (Can tolerate more sun in northern climates if kept consistently moist). Growth Habit: Dense, rounded mound; grows 10–12" tall (up to 16" when in bloom) and 18–24" wide. Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9. Landscape Use: Perfect for adding "zing" to woodland gardens, as a high-visibility border edger, or as a "filler" in containers to contrast with dark-leaved plants. Pro Tip: While this variety is more sun-tolerant than many lime-colored perennials, its delicate leaves can scorch in intense afternoon sun; dappled or morning light is ideal. Like all coral bells, it requires excellent drainage—avoid heavy, waterlogged clay. Its bright color provides a stunning "electric" contrast when planted next to deep purples (like 'Forever Purple') or dark-leaved Hostas.
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