Heuchera Dark Secret

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Coral Bells, Alumroot

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.

Heuchera Dark Secret is currently unavailable, but we do have other other amazing species and varieties of Heuchera available.

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Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	40 cm
Spread:	50 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Coral Bells, Alumroot

Heuchera Dark Secret care

Heuchera Dark Secret is a compact, clump-forming perennial prized for its crinkled, apple-green foliage and neat, mounding habit. It thrives in partial shade to full shade, though it can tolerate some morning sun, especially in cooler climates. Plant it in well-draining, humus-rich soil, and keep the soil consistently moist but not sodden. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting. Mulching will help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Heuchera Dark Secret requires a light application of a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring to keep it sustained. Remove spent flower stems and damaged leaves to keep the plant looking tidy.

Heuchera Dark Secret uses

Heuchera Dark Secret is primarily used for its striking foliage and compact form, making it a versatile and decorative plant in many landscape settings. It is ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and underplanting beneath trees or larger shrubs, where its ruffled, lime-green leaves brighten darker areas. Its tidy, mounding habit also makes it perfect for edging garden beds, lining pathways, or adding texture and colour contrast in mixed perennial plantings. This cultivar is also well-suited to container gardening, where it can be showcased on patios, decks, or in courtyard gardens. Because of its evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage (depending on the climate), it provides year-round interest. Additionally, Heuchera Dark Secret is often used in mass plantings for ground cover in shaded areas and pairs beautifully with hostas, ferns, and other shade-loving perennials. Its delicate white flower spikes add seasonal charm, attracting pollinators like bees, though its main appeal lies in its ornamental foliage.

Heuchera Dark Secret for sale

The Plant Company has the best Heuchera Dark Secret plants for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!