FYRE WING™ HEMATITE CORAL BELLS

FYRE WING™ HEMATITE CORAL BELLS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

• Recommended Soil:
• Grow in organically rich, moderately well-drained garden soil that provides consistent moisture without staying saturated.
• Amend poor soil with compost or other organic matter to improve fertility, structure, and drainage.
• Keep the crown at or slightly above the surrounding soil level to reduce the risk of crown problems.
• Avoid heavy, poorly drained locations where water lingers around the roots, particularly during winter.
• Sun Exposure:
• Full sun to part shade is suitable, with the best exposure depending on local climate and summer intensity.
• Cooler climates can provide more sunlight, while hotter regions benefit from afternoon shade or filtered light.
• Morning sun followed by afternoon protection can help preserve the rich red foliage during hot weather.
• Use 'Hematite' as a dramatic foliage accent in perennial borders, woodland edges, and partially shaded garden beds.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water deeply and consistently during the first growing season while the root system becomes established.
• Once established, allow the soil to dry moderately between thorough waterings rather than keeping it constantly wet.
• Provide supplemental irrigation during prolonged heat or drought, particularly when foliage begins showing signs of stress.
• Good drainage is important because coral bells generally handle moderate dryness better than persistently saturated soil.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Apply compost around the root zone in spring to provide gentle, organic nutrition and support healthy growth.
• A balanced slow-release perennial fertilizer can be used in spring according to product directions.
• Avoid excessive feeding, which may encourage overly soft growth and diminish the plant's naturally compact form.
• Keep concentrated fertilizer away from the crown and water thoroughly following granular applications.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Remove tired, damaged, or winter-affected foliage in early spring as new growth begins emerging.
• Cut spent flower stems back near the base after flowering to maintain a clean, polished appearance.
• Leave healthy foliage in place through fall and winter where practical to provide additional crown protection.
• Apply a light layer of organic mulch around the root zone, keeping the crown itself free from excess mulch.

Family: Saxifragaceae · Common Name: Coral Bells

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Interesting Notes About FYRE WING™ HEMATITE CORAL BELLS

• Forged in the Dragon's Hoard: Hematite is an iron oxide mineral that can occur in metallic gray, reddish-brown, or earthy red forms. The cultivar's name suits its deep, iron-rich visual character and fits perfectly with the FYRE WING™ series' dragon-and-gemstone theme.
• A Winged Breeding Breakthrough: The FYRE WING™ series originated from an unusual lace-leaf mutation found on 'Delta Dawn' coral bells. Through subsequent breeding, selection, and stabilization, Terra Nova developed plants with dramatically divided foliage unlike the typical rounded leaves associated with coral bells.
• Red Was the Rare Treasure: 'Hematite' is notable within the FYRE WING™ collection because it represents one of the first reliably expressed red versions of the series' distinctive lace-leaf trait. That makes its cordovan foliage more than just a color choice—it is part of the breeding breakthrough behind the series.
• Seven Dragons, Seven Gems: 'Hematite' is one of the original seven FYRE WING™ introductions collectively presented as "The Seven of the Lace Crown." The gemstone-inspired lineup also includes 'Amber,' 'Heliodor,' 'Jadeite,' 'Jet,' 'Rhodonite,' and 'Spinel,' each carrying its own color story.
• A Mineral With a Color-Changing Trick: Hematite's name is connected to the Greek word for blood because powdered hematite produces a distinctive reddish streak, even though the mineral itself can appear metallic or nearly black. It is a fitting bit of geological wizardry for a plant whose foliage seems to shift between red, wine, and coppery tones.