what animal eats coral bells

What's eating my coral bells?

Black vine weevils, Otiorhynchus sulcatus, are chewing pests that sometimes feed on Heuchera roots and leaves. The larvae feast on the plants' roots, severing the top growth. ... Weeks later, adults pupate and climb up Heucheras to eat notches out of the leaves at night.

Do rabbits eat coral bells?

Rabbits love the spring coral bells but as soon as they're fully leafed out, they don't bother them.

Do deer like to eat coral bells?

Coral Bells

They are a deer-resistant plant, and the 3 specimens I have planted have never been bothered by passing deer.

What is killing my Heuchera?

In fact, Heuchera foliage is not often attacked, probably due to the hairness of it. The plump creamy vine weevil larvae are the real pest, devouring plant roots. ... An exploratory dig around the planting area usually reveals the larvae about 2-5cm down, in what was left of the plant roots.

Do coral bells prefer sun or shade?

One of the most versatile perennials you can grow in zones 4-9 is Coral Bells (Heuchera). Here's a plant that will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade, as long as you water it. Ideally, coral bells prefer partial shade and average moisture levels.

Why do my coral bells keep dying?

But the biggest problem was the tendency of some varieties to rot away. Coral bells have shallow roots that need moisture, but too much moisture, especially during winter dormancy, induces stem and crown rot diseases.

Do coral bells come back every year?

To start with, coral bells are perennials and will come back year after year. They will also multiply on their own and after three or four years may need to be thinned out, but what a joy to have a plant that grows so well you have to "weed it out" every so many years!

Do coffee grounds repel rabbits?

Coffee is an environmentally friendly way to repel unwanted insects and animals in the garden. ... The smell of the coffee repels snails, slugs and ants. You may also have success using coffee grounds to repel mammals, including cats, rabbits and deer.

What plants do rabbits hate?

20 Flowers and Plants Rabbits Hate

Sweet Alyssum. Lobularia maritima bears clusters of tiny white, lavender, violet or pink flowers in spring. ...
Lantana. Sun-loving lantana bears flower clusters that look like brightly-colored confetti. ...
Cleome. ...
Pot Marigold. ...
Geraniums. ...
Wax Begonia. ...
Strawflower. ...
Snapdragon.

Do you cut back coral bells?

Grown for their colorful, heart-shaped leaves and summer flowers, coral bells (Heuchera spp.) ... As evergreens, coral bells also add winter interest. Come late winter or early spring, you should prune your coral bells to remove tattered leaves and to make room for new growth.

What ground cover do deer not eat?

Perennial Ground Covers for Deer Control

Allegheny spurge (Pachysandra procumbens) and Japanese pachysandra (Pachysandra terminalis)
Northern sea oats (Chasmanthium latifolium)
Blue oat grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens)
Liriope or "lilyturf" (Liriope spicata)
Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans 'Atropurpurea')

Do deer like to eat ferns?

Just as most ornamental grasses are deer resistant, ferns aren't usually bothered by deer. Ferns grow well in shady spots and add texture to those areas. Some common ferns are ostrich fern, autumn fern and Japanese painted fern.

Do heucheras like sun or shade?

Most prefer semi-shade. As a rule of thumb the darker coloured Heucheras withstand full sun better than the lighter coloured ones. They will tolerate dry soils but only when established - normally six months after planting.

Should I prune Heuchera?

After a couple of years your heuchera may start to become rather clumped and leggy. When you part the leaves, you'll discover woody stems that lead back to the crown of the plant. To prune, cut the stems back to a just above buds of fresh growth at the top of the crown.

How do you revive Heuchera?

Here is how you do it:

Gently lift or dig the Heuchera out of the ground. ...
Set it to the side then dig the hole a few inches deeper than it was.
Place the Heuchera back in the hole ensuring that the larger "woody" pieces are going to be covered in soil:
Gently firm the soil back over the roots and some of the stems.

Do coral bells bloom all summer?

Graceful, bell-shaped flower clusters open in late spring through summer; the pink, red or white flowers are actually inflorescences, or tiny clusters of blooms, along a flower stalk that can be two to three times as tall as the leaf mound.

Are coral bells toxic to dogs?

Well, many common plants are very toxic to either dogs or cats, and sometimes to both: ... A sampling of these non-toxic plants includes: Astilbe, Bachelor buttons, Canna Lily, Catmint, Cosmos, Coneflower, Coleus, Coral Bells, Impatiens, Jacob's Ladder, Magnolia, Muscari, Russian Olive and Phlox.

How do you winterize coral bells?

Mound shredded bark or other mulch to a height of 3 or 4 inches over each plant. There is no need to cover all the leaves completely, but mulch should be deepest over the center of the plant. Continue to water coral bells and other perennials during the fall if frost is delayed and the weather is very dry.

When should I fertilize coral bells?

Fertilizer. Feed coral bells in the spring with a half-inch layer of compost or a light amount of slow-release fertilizer. This plant has light feeding needs; you should avoid heavy applications of quick-release fertilizers, as this will inhibit flowering.

How do you propagate coral bells?

Take leaf-bud cuttings of heuchera any time during the growing season, although spring is best because it allows the parent plant plenty of time to recover before winter. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone, and place it in either seed-starting mix or a 50/50 mix of peat and perlite.

Why are my coral bells turning brown?

Coral Bells. Some of the older leaves as well as new leaves are curling and turning brown. ... Coral Bells do need well draining soil. If the soil remained too wet and the roots suffered root rot, this could also present itself with dying leaves.