This heuchera has dusky purple leaves with charcoal veins, overlaid with silver between the veins. The plant grows up to 16 inches tall and wide. Pale pink flowers appear in spring. Great in garden beds and in container plantings.
Noteworthy CharacteristicsMay be evergreen in warmer climates.
CareProvide full sun to part shade and moist, but well-drained soil. Needs consistent moisture if in full sun. If evergreen, cut back tattered and faded leaves in spring to make way for new growth.
PropagationDivide clumps in spring.
ProblemsOccasional powdery mildew or leaf spots may occur.
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- Genus : Heuchera
- Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
- Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
- Zones : 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Uses : Containers, Shade, Sun
- Bloom Time : Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer
- Tolerance : Frost Tolerant
- Light : Full Sun
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Growth Rate : Moderate
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Flower Color : Pink
- Foliage Color : Purple/Burgundy, Silver/Grey
- Characteristics : Showy Foliage
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Spring Interest
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