Mostly evergreen, vivid colours and eclectic variety, the Heuchera is quite the all round performer. Below, a lovely collection of jewels we have at work.
Especially over the last couple of years, I have noticed anyway, Heuchera's have definitely made quite a statement trend, especially at this time or year. Amateur Gardening magazine is definitely giving them quite a feature this season anyway. The vast contrast in colours from bright purple to almost fluorescent lime green, make them a popular choice for group and under planting beneath taller perennials
and shrubs and make striking container plants for patio gardens. The
trend is very similar to that of the Hosta, a similar principle of plant but
when Hosta leaves die back during the winter, the Heuchera shines on through
those dull winter days, never spoiling the seasons and gifting us with upright
racemes of small pedant bell shaped flowers, rising above the foliage in
summer. I have a group of about 5 Aubergine purple Heuchera in the top corner
of my garden, in large clumps they provide quite a feature, proving not only
tall plants can be eye catching. I believe one is 'plum pudding' with silvery
veins on a dark purple leaf, not only beautiful in the summer but particularly
striking in the winter months with its cool hues. I love Hostas, but just as
they're dying back it allows my Heucheras to really come into their own without
competition. With their desire for full sun or partial shade they really are
suited for most areas of the garden, in full shade they so tend to go very
leggy (a lesson I learnt the hard way) and grow very sparse in structure.
It's great to be different but I would definitely recommend jumping on
the band wagon with these little gems, I would be sure that you would not
regret it.
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