FYRE WING™ SPINEL CORAL BELLS

FYRE WING™ SPINEL CORAL BELLS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

• Recommended Soil:
• Plant in enriched, well-drained soil containing organic matter for healthy roots and attractive foliage.
• Coral Bells prefer soil that retains some moisture while allowing excess water to drain freely.
• A slightly acidic to neutral garden soil is generally suitable for strong growth.
• Keep the crown positioned at or slightly above the surrounding soil surface to reduce the risk of crown problems.
• Sun Exposure:
• Fyre Wing™ Spinel can grow in full sun, partial sun, filtered light, or partial shade depending on climate.
• Cooler regions can generally provide more sunlight without sacrificing foliage quality.
• In hot-summer areas, morning sun with afternoon shade or filtered light can help prevent heat stress.
• Some protection from intense afternoon exposure can help preserve the rich purple-bronze foliage color.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to encourage thorough root establishment.
• Once established, allow the upper soil to dry somewhat between waterings rather than keeping the root zone constantly wet.
• Spinel generally prefers average moisture and is more tolerant of slightly dry conditions than persistently soggy soil.
• Provide additional water during prolonged heat or drought, particularly when grown in sunnier locations.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Begin with organic-rich soil to provide a steady foundation of nutrients and good soil structure.
• A balanced perennial fertilizer can be applied in spring as new growth begins.
• Light feeding during the active growing season may support continued foliage development when soil fertility is limited.
• Avoid excessive fertilizer, particularly high-nitrogen products, which can encourage soft growth and diminish the refined appearance of the plant.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Remove faded or winter-damaged foliage in early spring before fresh growth becomes crowded.
• Keep the crown free of accumulated debris and avoid burying the central crown or growing point with mulch.
• Flowering is typically light, so Spinel generally maintains a neat, foliage-forward appearance without extensive deadheading.
• Divide established clumps only when needed to rejuvenate crowded growth, preferably during favorable spring or early fall conditions.

Family: Saxifragaceae · Common Name: Coral Bells

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Interesting Notes About FYRE WING™ SPINEL CORAL BELLS

• The Lace Crown Has Seven Jewels: Fyre Wing™ Spinel is one of seven inaugural members of Terra Nova's Fyre Wing™ series, collectively known as the "Seven of the Lace Crown." The seven cultivars were named for gemstone-inspired colors including amber, heliodor, hematite, jadeite, jet, rhodonite, and spinel.
• A Million-to-One Beginning: The Fyre Wing™ series traces its origins to an exceptionally rare plant discovered through Terra Nova's breeding work. From that unusual starting point, breeders spent years selecting and stabilizing the deeply divided foliage that eventually became the defining feature of the series.
• Spinel Is Actually a Gemstone: Spinel is a naturally occurring mineral prized for its vivid colors and gemstone quality. Historically, some famous red "rubies" were later identified as spinel, giving this Coral Bells cultivar's wine-colored foliage a particularly appropriate namesake.
• Pets Can Breathe Easy: Coral Bells are listed as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. That makes Fyre Wing™ Spinel an especially useful choice for gardeners who want dramatic ornamental foliage without adding a known toxic plant to their landscape.
• Flowers Take a Back Seat: Unlike many Coral Bells cultivars bred primarily for showy flower stalks, Spinel is notable for its restrained flowering habit. That means its intricate foliage remains the star of the performance, making it especially valuable as a texture and color plant rather than a bloom-focused perennial.