Yes, as long as the products are within the dimensions and weight stipulated by CTT, with the exception of fresh flowers, which are only available for delivery in the Lisbon region.
Heucheras are primarily prized for their undeniably beautiful foliage. Like Begonias, they feature foliage with incredible colours and patterns. But unlike Begonias, in our climate, they should be kept outdoors. Ideally planted in groups to create colourful patches and borders, there are hundreds of cultivars and hybrids with a wide range of colours and textures. They are perfect for flowerbeds, gardens, pots, and planters, and can even be placed on balconies or terraces. While they stand out most in autumn, they are beautiful year-round, as their appearance changes with temperature and light levels. In nature, it’s hard to find a place where Heucheras don’t fit: they thrive in woodlands, rock gardens, pots, borders, and as ground cover. When growing them, choose spots with partial light (early morning sun is ideal). Excessive heat and direct sun from late morning to late afternoon will scorch the foliage. In summer, they produce clusters of bell-shaped flowers (hence their common name) that can be used as cut flowers or left to attract butterflies and bees.
Scientific name: Heuchera sp.
Common names: Coral Bells, Alumroot
Family: Saxifragaceae
Origin: North America
Climate: Temperate
Category: Outdoor plant
Approximate height: 25-30cm
Pot diameter: 12cm
CUIDADOS
Light: To achieve their most vibrant foliage, Heucheras prefer partial shade, though some varieties tolerate full sun. In most cases, foliage colour may fade when planted in full sun. Ideally, choose a spot with morning sun rather than the hot afternoon sun.
Temperature: Hardy to fluctuations and freezing temperatures, but the ideal range is between 5°C and 35°C.
Watering: Frequent watering is essential during the first year; after that, Heucheras are quite low-maintenance. Let the soil dry out between waterings to avoid waterlogging. Since they prefer partial shade, soil drainage is crucial to ensure water runoff. Soggy soil easily leads to root rot. If this happens, it’s best to move the plants to a drier or sunnier spot.
Soil: Rich in organic matter but light and well-drained (mixing in perlite or sand are good options).
Pruning: Cut back flower stalks after blooming. This redirects energy back to the plant to produce new leaves.
Fertilisation: In spring, using a suitable outdoor plant fertiliser.
Pet-Friendly: According to the ASPCA, this plant is safe for pets.
Fun Fact: Although Heucheras are mainly sought after for their foliage, their elegant flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, appearing in late spring or early summer.
WARNING! Representative photo:
– The photo shown is of a specimen in stock when the product was added to the online catalogue and is for reference only. The plant supplied will be similar to the photo (1 unit only). Leaf colour may vary (light green with dark veins, reddish, light green, purple/burgundy, dark green, greenish-brown, silver/grey with dark veins). Depending on the growth stage, it may also vary in shape, appearance, or size (e.g., different leaf shade, with or without flowers/fruit, etc.).
– If you would like a specific leaf colour (light green with dark veins, reddish, light green, purple/burgundy, dark green, greenish-brown, silver/grey with dark veins), please add this request to the notes before checkout.
– The stated height includes the plastic pot shown in the photo.
7,65 €
Yes, as long as the products are within the dimensions and weight stipulated by CTT, with the exception of fresh flowers, which are only available for delivery in the Lisbon region.
Yes, in the Lisbon region, provided the order and payment are completed by 2 PM/3 PM (depending on the address's postal code).
Outside the Greater Lisbon area, deliveries are made the next day, provided there are no setbacks, it is not a peak season, and orders are placed and paid for by 2 PM the day before the delivery date.
Yes, Saturday and Sunday deliveries are available in Greater Lisbon, provided they are received and paid for by 2 PM/3 PM (depending on the address's postal code).
Deliveries in Mainland Portugal are available on Saturday mornings, provided they are received and paid for by 2 PM the day before delivery (some postal codes may not be covered, in which case the system will not accept Saturday delivery).
Our nationwide deliveries are handled by CTT; some postal codes outside the Lisbon region are not covered for Saturday deliveries. Work performed by our florists is only available in the Greater Lisbon area.
No, we do not offer this service at the moment.
No, we do not offer this service at the moment.
No, the delivery time counts from the moment we receive confirmation of the order payment.
No, some products, due to their size, weight, or fragility, are only available for pickup at one of our Garden Centers: Lisboa-Campo Grande, Sintra-Quinta da Eira near the Linhó roundabout, and Fernão Ferro- E.N. 378, Km7 (Av. 23 de Julho de 1933).
No, deliveries are available nationwide (deliveries to the islands are not currently planned), with the exception of fresh flowers, which are delivered in the Greater Lisbon area.
To ensure you receive our florists' work in the best condition (bouquets, fresh flower arrangements, as well as wreaths, palms, and other funeral arrangements), these products are only available for delivery in the Greater Lisbon area.
Shipping is free for purchases over 50 Euros. Other purchases have a delivery cost of 6.5 euros
Yes, for purchases over 50 Euros.
What shipping options are available?
Yes, you can choose to pick up your products at one of our 3 Garden Centers (Campo Grande, Quinta da Eira-Sintra, and Fernão Ferro).
After the order is shipped, the system sends an email to the address provided by the customer with the tracking number from CTT, our distribution partner, so you can track the order.
To ensure you receive the products in the best condition, only one delivery attempt is planned. We suggest you choose a day and time when someone will be home to receive the order, provide a contact phone number, and include any useful instructions in the notes.
How can I contact you for information? You can track your product using the number provided in the email you receive after ordering and paying, or call T. 217 826 660 (online store support) so we can check with our distribution partner, CTT, regarding your order.
Send us an email describing the error or damaged product, preferably with a photo and a direct contact number, so we can analyze the claim and find a solution.
For legal reasons, when plants leave our Garden Centers, their phytosanitary passport loses its validity, so they cannot be placed back into the commercial circuit. Therefore, we cannot exchange or accept returns for plants or flowers.
Decorative items can be returned and the purchase amount refunded, as provided by law:
After receiving the product, you have 14 days to communicate your intent to return it (Article 10 of Decree-Law No. 24/2014); after communication, you have another 14 days to send the product.
Under Article 12 of Decree-Law No. 24/2014, you will be refunded the amount paid for the product and the initial delivery costs, when applicable. The refund will be made within 14 days after the return. The product must be in good condition and show no signs of use.
This right of withdrawal does not apply to personalized or custom-made products (Article 15 of Decree-Law No. 24/2014).
Each floral arrangement is crafted by a professional florist using available stock, similar to those shown in the photo, so the arrangement may differ slightly from the photograph.
The photos on our site are illustrative; each plant is unique and may differ slightly from the one shown in the photograph.
This option is not available.