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heuchera americana cultivars

Heuchera americana cultivars are highly sought after for their vibrant foliage, compact form, and versatility in New Zealand gardens. Known as American alumroot, these perennial plants add year-round interest to shaded borders, woodland gardens, and container plantings. With a wide variety of colours and leaf patterns, heuchera americana cultivars offer gardeners a dynamic palette for softening hard edges, filling gaps under trees, and creating eye-catching contrasts among other shade-loving perennials. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, the unique textures and colours of heuchera americana cultivars make them an essential addition to any landscape.

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Heuchera Dark Secret (Coral Bells)

Heuchera Dark Secret is an herbaceous perennial grown for its gorgeous foliage. It features lush, dark purple foliage with dark green undertones. Flower spikes rise above the foliage in summer bearing small, pink flowers as it grows to 40 cm tall and 50 cm wide. Heuchera Dark Secret is commonly planted to add colour in a border or mixed planting, used to contrast with other plant colours, grown in a container, included in cottage gardens, or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Heuchera Obsidian (Coral Bells)

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Heuchera Obsidian is an herbaceous perennial grown for its lush, dark purple-near black foliage. Flower spikes emerge above the foliage in summer carrying tiny, bell-shaped, cream-white flowers. It typically grows to 40 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted on a well-drained, sheltered site. Heuchera Obsidian is commonly used for adding colour, used to provide a colour contrast, included in borders or mixed plantings, added to cottage and tropical gardens, or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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Heuchera Peppermint Spice (Coral Bells)

Heuchera Peppermint Spice is an herbaceous perennial grown for its interestingly coloured foliage which is blue-green with dark green veins. Flower...

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Heuchera Northern Exposure Silver (Coral Bells)

Heuchera Northern Exposure Silver is an herbaceous perennial grown for its richly coloured foliage. The leaves are silver with a purple undertone...

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Heuchera Kassandra (Coral Bells)

Heuchera Kassandra is an herbaceous perennial grown for its interestingly coloured foliage which is a mixture of apricot, lime, and yellow. Flower...

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Heuchera Glitter (Coral Bells)

Heuchera Glitter is an herbaceous perennial grown for its interestingly coloured foliage which is a silver with dark veins and a purple-dark red...

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Magnolia denudata Gere

Magnolia denudata Gere is a graceful deciduous tree known for its large, fragrant white flowers that bloom in early spring. This cultivar adds...

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Metrosideros 'Maori Princess'

Metrosideros 'Maori Princess' is a stunning cultivar of the NZ Christmas tree (Pohutukawa) and is renowned for its brilliant crimson-red flowers and...

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Platanus 'Autumn Glory'

Platanus 'Autumn Glory' is a large, deciduous ornamental tree renowned for its striking foliage and impressive stature. This cultivar of the Oriental...

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Heuchera Dark Secret (Coral Bells)

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Exploring Popular Heuchera americana Cultivars

Selecting the right heuchera americana cultivar can transform your garden design. Some cultivars are celebrated for bold silvery patterns, while others bring depth through rich purples or velvety blacks. For example, the classic Heuchera americana (American Alumroot) showcases soft green leaves with pronounced veining and airy sprays of delicate flowers, offering subtle elegance beneath trees or along borders.

If you’re after more dramatic foliage, consider the standout Heuchera Prince of Silver (Coral Bells) which boasts metallic silver leaves beautifully marked with deep green veining. This cultivar not only looks stunning as groundcover but also pairs excellently with ferns and hostas for layered shade gardens.

The Range Beyond Green: Heuchera Cultivar Highlights

Heuchera americana cultivars inspire creativity beyond the classic green. Many gardeners are charmed by darker varieties like Heuchera Black Taffeta (Coral Bells) – a cultivar offering dramatic, ruffled leaves in nearly-black hues, adding instant sophistication to any planting scheme. For a pop of vivid colour, Heuchera Plum Royale (Coral Bells) delivers glossy plum leaves that hold their colour through the season, making it a strong focal point in both containers and mixed beds.

For those who appreciate subtle, shimmering highlights, Heuchera Sugar Plum (Coral Bells) combines silvery purple foliage with an attractive dusting that becomes more pronounced with maturity, offering long-lasting colour and interest even in the shadiest parts of the garden.

Growing and Caring for Heuchera americana Cultivars

One key reason heuchera americana cultivars remain a favourite among NZ gardeners is their ease of care and adaptability. These perennials thrive in part to full shade, prefer well-draining soil, and require minimal maintenance once established. Mulching around their crowns helps to retain moisture and regulate temperature, ensuring healthy, robust growth.

Regular deadheading of flower spikes can encourage a fresh flush of blooms, while dividing mature clumps every few years will rejuvenate older plants, keeping them vigorous and attractive. Whether you choose classic greens, shimmering silvers, or bold blacks and plums, you can rely on heuchera americana cultivars for low-effort beauty across many seasons.

Incorporate these colourful, easy-care perennials and give your garden structure, interest, and colour—no matter the shade. Explore top performers like Heuchera americana (American Alumroot), Heuchera Prince of Silver (Coral Bells), and their vibrant relatives for lasting impact in your landscape.


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