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green coral bells

If you’re searching for green coral bells to revitalise your garden, you’re making a wonderful choice. These versatile perennials are loved by Kiwi gardeners for their lush foliage, subtle flowers, and dependable hardiness. Ideal for filling shady gaps or mass planting as a groundcover, green coral bells (botanically known as Heuchera) bring vibrant greenery and intricate leaf textures to New Zealand gardens all year round. Let’s explore what makes green coral bells so special, how to use them effectively, and the many stunning varieties available now.

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Correa 'Dusky Bells'

Correa 'Dusky Bells' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its attractive dusky pink bell shaped flowers and soft grey green foliage. It brings year round interest to New Zealand gardens and is especially valued for its long flowering period and bird attraction. Its dense habit makes it ideal for hedging, borders, and coastal plantings.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Leptospermum 'Coral Candy'

Leptospermum 'Coral Candy' is a vibrant evergreen shrub known for its masses of coral pink flowers that create a striking display in spring. The fine foliage and dense habit provide year round structure in New Zealand gardens. This hardy plant performs well in a wide range of conditions. Leptospermum 'Coral Candy' is ideal for hedging, screening, and feature planting.

From $27.53

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Corokia 'Geenty's Green' hedge.
Corokia 'Geenty's Green'

Corokia 'Geenty's Green' is a hardy, NZ native shrub that bears narrow, olive-green leaves that have a silver underside. Masses of small, star-like...

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Pieris 'Temple Bells'

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Grevillea 'Cream and Green'

Grevillea 'Cream and Green' is an attractive evergreen shrub known for its soft cream flowers and lush green foliage. Flowering over a long period...

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Griselinia' Gecko Green' is an evergreen shrub with thick, glossy foliage that is deep green and held densely. It typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m...

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Euonymus 'Green Spire'

Euonymus 'Green Spire' is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub admired for its strong vertical form and glossy green foliage. Compact and tidy, it...

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Pittosporum 'Mountain Green' lush, green foliage.
Pittosporum 'Mountain Green'

Pittosporum 'Mountain Green' is a robust New Zealand native shrub prized for its vibrant green foliage and dense growth. Perfect for creating privacy...

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Phormium 'Green Dwarf'

Phormium 'Green Dwarf', also known as Dwarf Green Flax, is a compact, tidy New Zealand flax cultivar with lush, bright green, strap-like leaves. It...

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Carex flagellifera Green

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Dodonaea viscosa (Green Ake Ake)

Dodonaea viscosa, commonly known as the Green Ake Ake, features lush, bright green leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Lomandra Green Allure plant with lush, green foliage.
Lomandra Green Allure

Lomandra Green Allure is widely used in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted as a ground cover or on a bank, included in...

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Pittosporum 'Green Jade'

Pittosporum 'Green Jade' is a handsome evergreen shrub valued for its rich green foliage, dense growth habit, and naturally tidy appearance. This...

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Schefflera Green Goblin (Green Arboricola)

Schefflera Green Goblin, commonly known as the Green Arboricola, is an evergreen shrub commonly grown as a houseplant. The foliage is mid green...

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Lomandra 'Misty Green' plants with cascading green foliage growing a bank.
Lomandra Misty Green

Lomandra Misty Green is an ornamental grass with delicate, dark green foliage and a tidy, rounded form. Growing to about 40 cm in height and width...

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Thuja plicata 'Green Giant' trees standing 5 m tall as a lush, green screen.
Thuja 'Green Giant'

Thuja 'Green Giant' is a smaller variety of Cedar and bears sprays of glossy, dark green foliage held on slender stems. The result is a tree with a...

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Coprosma 'Green Rocks'

Coprosma 'Green Rocks' is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its dense compact growth habit and fresh green glossy foliage. This attractive New...

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Buxus 'Green Gem'

Buxus 'Green Gem' is a compact, evergreen boxwood plant that is ideal for low hedges, borders, and topiary in New Zealand gardens. It forms a dense...

Carex comans green plants with dense, green foliage in a garden.
Carex comans Green

Carex comans Green is a NZ native, ornamental grass featuring slender and arching, lime green foliage. It grows as a tidy clump to about 40 cm tall...

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Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' hedge with bright green foliage.
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' (Green Cedar)

Thuja 'Smaragd', commonly known as the Green or Emerald Cedar, grows with a narrow, dense, and columnar habit. The foliage is rich green, sometimes...

Fagus 'Dawyck Green' specimen tree.
Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Green'

Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Green', also known as Green Beech, is a stunning columnar tree with dense, glossy green foliage. Its upright, narrow growth...

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Correa Pink Bells (Pink Correa)

Correa Pink Bells is a vigorous and fast-growing shrub. The foliage is made up of dark coloured stems which carry olive-green leaves held densely...

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Correa Mallee Bells plant with green and red flowers.
Correa 'Mallee Bells'

Correa 'Mallee Bells' is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its attractive bell shaped flowers in soft pink tones and its dense grey green foliage. It...

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Correa Dinner Bells shrub with green and red flowers.
Correa 'Dinner Bells'

Correa 'Dinner Bells' is a beautiful evergreen Australian native shrub admired for its masses of pendulous bell shaped flowers and dense compact...

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Rhododendron Vireya 'Coral Flare'

Rhododendron Vireya 'Coral Flare' is a spectacular tropical rhododendron admired for its vibrant coral coloured flowers and glossy evergreen foliage...

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Grevillea Coral Baby pink flowers amidst dark green foliage.
Grevillea Coral Baby (Coral Baby Grevillea)

Grevillea Coral Baby, commonly known as Spider Flower, is a vigorous, ground covering plant, renowned for its lovely foliage and pretty, spider-like...

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Erythrina caffra (Coast Coral Tree)

Erythrina caffra, commonly known as the Coast Coral Tree, is a large, flowering tree which is grown for its bright red flowers which make for a...

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Canna 'Chinese Coral' soft-orange flowers.
Canna 'Chinese Coral'

Canna 'Chinese Coral' is a standout flowering perennial admired for its soft coral orange blooms and lush tropical foliage that light up New Zealand...

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Salvia Coral

Salvia Coral is a stunning variety of Sage due to its rich display of flowers from spring through autumn. It produces long and slender flower spikes...

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Pelargonium Coral (Coral Colored Geraniums)

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Correa 'Dusky Bells'

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Why Choose Green Coral Bells?

Green coral bells have become a gardener’s staple because of their exceptional foliage. The broad, scalloped leaves lend a fresh green pop to your flowerbeds, containers, or borders. Many varieties of Heuchera are evergreen in most NZ climates, ensuring your garden remains colourful and inviting through winter’s duller months. In late spring and early summer, delicate flower spikes appear, adding subtle vertical accents without overwhelming your display.

Planting and Growing Green Coral Bells

One of the biggest advantages of green coral bells is their resilience and adaptability. They thrive in partial shade, making them perfect for those tricky spots under trees or on the shady side of your house. However, with adequate moisture, they’ll also tolerate sunnier locations. These plants prefer free-draining soil enriched with compost, and once established, they require minimal care—just an occasional tidy and the odd water during summer droughts.

When planting green coral bells, give each clump about 30–40cm space to allow them to form attractive mounds. Mulch well to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. For best results, lift and divide the clumps every three to four years in early spring to maintain vigour and prevent crowding.

Design Ideas With Green Coral Bells

Green coral bells are incredibly versatile. Use them to edge pathways or underplant shrubs, where their fresh foliage can brighten deeper greens. Pairing green coral bells with other shade-loving plants such as ferns, hostas, or astilbes creates beautiful layered plantings. Mass planting them provides a lush, uniform look, while mixing different Heuchera varieties—such as Heuchera Apple Crisp (Coral Bells) or Heuchera Peppermint Spice (Coral Bells)—adds instant depth and colour contrast.

Explore Other Stunning Varieties

While classic green coral bells add a timeless elegance, mixing in other cultivars brings even more colour and interest to your garden. For snowy-cream foliage, consider Heuchera Snowstorm (Coral Bells). For dramatic, deep hues, try Heuchera Dark Secret (Coral Bells) or the intricate patterned leaves of Heucherella Tapestry (Coral Bells). Planting a selection of these Heuchera and Heucherella together allows you to create a long-lasting display that flourishes throughout each season.

Shop Green Coral Bells Today

Whether you’re transforming a shady corner, filling in borders, or creating beautiful container arrangements, green coral bells are a dependable and attractive choice for New Zealand gardens. Browse our premium range online and find both classic greens and exciting new Heuchera varieties to help your garden reach its full potential.

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