| Botanical Name | Heuchera x 'Cajun Fire' |
| Description | A spicy addition to Willis and Houston shade gardens, 'Cajun Fire' offers three seasons of color change: emerging bright red, maturing to a sultry black-red, and turning maroon in winter. It belongs to the villosa family, meaning it handles Texas humidity far better than older varieties. To succeed in our local clay, it is vital to plant in a raised bed or well-drained container; these plants require excellent drainage to survive our heavy Southeast Texas rain events. |
| Exposure | Partial Shade to Full Shade (Morning sun is fine, but protect from the harsh Houston afternoon heat) |
| Height x Width | 10-12 in. Tall x 12-14 in. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; prefers consistent moisture. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent crown rot during wet Houston winters. |
| Zones | 4 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to fuel healthy foliage and white summer flower spikes. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks to keep the plant tidy. Trim away any tattered or winter-damaged leaves in early spring. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Heuchera x 'Cajun Fire' |
| Description | A spicy addition to Willis and Houston shade gardens, 'Cajun Fire' offers three seasons of color change: emerging bright red, maturing to a sultry black-red, and turning maroon in winter. It belongs to the villosa family, meaning it handles Texas humidity far better than older varieties. To succeed in our local clay, it is vital to plant in a raised bed or well-drained container; these plants require excellent drainage to survive our heavy Southeast Texas rain events. |
| Exposure | Partial Shade to Full Shade (Morning sun is fine, but protect from the harsh Houston afternoon heat) |
| Height x Width | 10-12 in. Tall x 12-14 in. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; prefers consistent moisture. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent crown rot during wet Houston winters. |
| Zones | 4 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to fuel healthy foliage and white summer flower spikes. |
| Pruning | Remove spent flower stalks to keep the plant tidy. Trim away any tattered or winter-damaged leaves in early spring. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |