Heuchera 'Fire Chief'
Overview
Uses: Containers, borders, woodland gardens, and colorful edging in partial shade.
Benefits: Brilliant ruby-red foliage holds color all season; soft pink blooms rise above the leaves in summer, attracting pollinators. Compact, easy to grow, and evergreen in mild climates for year-round interest.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 – 9
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Life Cycle: Herbaceous perennial
Mature Height: ~9 – 12"
Mature Width: ~12 – 18"
Bloom Season: Late Spring through Summer
Growth Rate: Moderate
Summary
Bring year-round color and texture to your garden with the fiery tones of Heuchera ‘Fire Chief’. This standout coral bells variety features glowing red foliage that remains vibrant through heat and humidity, creating a striking contrast against greens, silvers, and golds in mixed plantings. Delicate pink flower spikes add an airy, elegant touch above the foliage in early to mid-summer.
Compact, hardy, and low-maintenance, ‘Fire Chief’ shines in containers, shaded beds, or as a lively groundcover accent. Its consistent color and refined mounding habit make it a designer favorite for long-lasting landscape appeal.
Care
‘Fire Chief’ Coral Bells Care
Plant in rich, well-drained soil amended with organic matter for best performance. Water deeply after planting, then regularly during establishment. Once mature, ‘Fire Chief’ tolerates short dry spells but prefers consistent moisture during hot weather.
Provide partial shade for the best leaf color—morning sun enhances the red tones, while afternoon shade prevents scorching. Remove old or damaged leaves in early spring to encourage fresh new growth. Deadhead spent flower stems after blooming to tidy the plant and promote vigor.
For best results, feed annually in spring with a slow release fertilizer to support foliage color and steady growth.
Size
Size of ‘Fire Chief’ for Sale Online
Our plants ship in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are appropriately sized for their containers. For current pot sizes and availability, please contact us.
Size of ‘Fire Chief’ When Mature
Expect approximately 9 – 12 inches tall and 12 – 18 inches wide at maturity under average garden conditions. Growth rate is moderate and steady, with plants forming dense, colorful mounds within their first few seasons.
Additional Information
Is ‘Fire Chief’ evergreen?
In mild climates, Heuchera ‘Fire Chief’ can remain semi-evergreen through winter. In colder zones, it will die back and return with fresh growth each spring.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes — the pink flower spikes are attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators throughout summer.
Is ‘Fire Chief’ deer resistant?
Heucheras are generally deer-resistant and low-maintenance once established, making them an excellent choice for naturalized and low-input gardens.
Can it grow in full sun?
‘Fire Chief’ performs best with morning sun and afternoon shade. In cooler regions, it can tolerate more direct sunlight if provided consistent moisture.
