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purple heuchera

Looking to add striking colour and texture to your garden? Purple heuchera, also known as coral bells, delivers vibrant foliage in shades ranging from deep plum to silvery mauve. These perennials are a must-have for New Zealand gardeners who want bold borders, dynamic containers, or reliable ground covers. Whether you’re drawn to classic elegance or modern contrasts, purple heuchera varieties thrive in a wide range of garden settings. Their versatility combined with year-round appeal makes purple heuchera a popular choice for shade gardens and sunny spots alike.

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is adorned with masses of small, pink flowers in summer as it grows to 4 m tall and 2.5 m wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 4.00 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Heuchera 'Glitter'

Heuchera 'Glitter' is a stunning perennial admired for its shimmering silver foliage highlighted with dark veining and rich purple undersides. The eye catching leaves provide year round colour and texture, making this variety a standout feature in borders, containers, and woodland gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 25 cm
Spread: 35 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

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Why Choose Purple Heuchera?

Purple heuchera stands out for its eye-catching leaves, which provide a dramatic contrast to green and gold hostas, ferns, or ornamental grasses. Coral bells are also prized for their delicate sprays of pink or white flowers, attracting pollinators while adding gentle movement above the foliage. Purple heuchera is exceptionally low-maintenance—simply plant in moist, well-drained soil, and enjoy colour from spring through to autumn. With good resistance to pests and diseases, they’re ideal for beginner gardeners and seasoned pros alike.

Popular Purple Heuchera Varieties

If you’re searching for the best purple heuchera for your New Zealand garden, consider these standout cultivars:

Each purple heuchera variety has its own charm, so you can mix several together or use them as standout specimens.

Design Tips for Purple Heuchera

Purple heuchera suits a range of garden styles. Plant them en masse for a lush ground cover, mix with green and gold foliage for maximum contrast, or tuck into containers for a striking patio display. Their drought tolerance makes them an excellent option for low-maintenance landscapes, while their colourful leaves brighten shade gardens and woodland edges.

Caring for Purple Heuchera

To keep your purple heuchera flourishing, plant in partial shade or filtered sunlight. Water regularly during the first season to establish strong roots, then reduce as plants mature. Deadheading spent flowers keeps coral bells tidy and encourages new growth. Mulch annually and divide clumps every few years for optimal vigour.

Explore our stunning range of purple heuchera—including Heuchera Forever Purple (Coral Bells), Heuchera Palace Purple (Coral Bells), Heuchera Milan (Coral Bells), Heuchera Ruby Veil (Coral Bells), and Heuchera Sugar Plum (Coral Bells)—to transform your garden with bold colour and easy-care beauty.

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