Heucheras For Shade

In cold winter climates, a winter mulch applied after the ground freezes will help prevent root heaving (clumps are shallow-rooted and will develop woody bases rather quickly). 1991 Perennial Plant of the Year.

Small, creamy white flowers borne in open, airy panicles appear in late spring to early summer on slender, wiry stems rising well above the foliage mound, typically to 20-24” tall.

Remove the old flowers of Heuchera Fire Alarm as they become brown and unattractive. Spikes of pink, bell-shaped flowers shimmy above reddish stems in summer. This is not to be rushed.

Remove the old flowers of Heuchera Autumn Bride as they become brown and unattractive. A very easy-care plant tolerant of dry shade and a wide variety of conditions. This is not to be rushed.

Hosta Albomarginata has soft green leaves with white bands, making it very striking. Hostas are not only known for their flowers, they also provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage.

This is not to be rushed. It produces tall, feathery blooms of deep garnet-red that are highly prized for their light, airy blooms that rise above the graceful mounds of bronze-green foliage.

A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch is sufficient but remember to take care not to cover any part of the stem of the plant with mulch. This procedure, called deadheading, encourages Hosta Guacamole to produce new flowers, keeping your plant looking attractive...

It does not like to stay or sit in water or get too dry. Indoor/Outdoor is an option as a granular, slow release fertilizer that can be applied while planting. Hosta Sum and Substance does best in part to full shade and handles some direct, filtered sun.

As mentioned earlier Astilbe does not like to dry out during drought so make sure to provide enough water. Astilbe Snowdrift does prefer moist soils so if there was ever a plant that we would recommend adding topsoil or compost in copious amounts this...

Prefers bright shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil, but will tolerate average to dry soils and full shade. Hostas are a mainstay of shade gardens or woodland gardens. Green leaves edged in white and contrast to the shade garden! Patriot does...

Flowers acquire pink tones with age. Outward-facing, cup-shaped, creamy white flowers (to 2-3” diameter) with overlapping petals bloom atop reddish stems from late winter to mid-spring (March to May in St. Louis).

Bloom period can be longer in mild winters. Nodding, cup-shaped, rose-like flowers (to 2″ diameter) with overlapping petals and center crowns of conspicuously contrasting yellow stamens appear in clusters (cymes) at the tips of leafy stems from early...

Hybrid hellebores are often grown from seed (some come true and some don't), but plants will take two years to bloom when grown from seed. Plants typically grow to 16” tall. Cut back flowering stems after bloom to promote new foliage growth.

Ivy-shaped leaves with a mahogany-red stem. The Purple Palace is a beautiful flower with great ground coverage.

Sweetly fragrant flowers contrast richly with bright green foliage. Intense deep red flowers arise abundantly on this plant. Ruby Bells produces more flowers than other varieties and makes a bold statement.

For home-grown bouquets, their colorful foliage add interest when cut fresh from the garden. Heucheras are reliable ground covers, resistant to deer and other small critters. Citronelle's lime green foliage adds a dramatic flair in containers and shady...

Protect from hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch. Deadheading will prolong the display even longer. Vibrant 15” flower spikes shimmering with tiny deep rosy red bells starting in April and lasting for months, then repeat throughout the summer.

They are low growing plants often used in front of the border and as ascent plant in containers. As the name suggests, Heuchera Grape Expectations captures our attention with vibrant grape-purple foliage topped with white flowers airborne from long purple...

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. Adding compost or topsoil will help the young feeder roots to spread through the loose, nutrient rich soil, much easier than if you used solely the...

The 24″ upright fronds take on an autumn color again in the fall. Site in locations sheltered from strong winds to protect the fronds. They thrive in open or dappled shade. Reddish frond color often returns in autumn after first fall frost.

They prefer moist, humusy soil. Remember that it goes dormant in mid-summer. It prefers no direct sun—a delight for shade gardeners—and blooms happily in April and May. A garden favorite for years, it's fairly tall at 3′, and has evenly spaced pink...

Consider planting rhizome at an angle to help combat potential crown rot problems which most often occur in poorly drained soils. Details: Excellent selection for shaded areas in the landscape, including borders, woodland gardens, shade gardens, wild...

The purple iris like flowers are striking against the gold foliage. From the lovely chartreuse foliage to the beautiful bluish purple flowers, this is a ground cover unlike any other.

In cooler climates, flowering may continue throughout the summer, but in the hotter climates, the flowering will generally stop in hot weather, with a possible rebloom occurring when the weather cools in late summer or early fall.

And in fall leaves transform again, this time into shades of rose and yellow with some traces of green still remaining. Heat-tolerant and adaptable to varying conditions, Heuchera Circus is a marvel of texture and color.

Does best in part- to full sun in rich, humusy, moderately moist, well-drained soil. Lobed, rounded, petioled leaves form a 8-10”-tall compact basal mound. In late spring to early summer appear petite, delicate, creamy-white flowers borne in open, airy...

Forever Purple Heuchera is as stunner with purple-glossy leaves and short spikes of pink flowers. U.S. Plant Patent #26,358. Also known as coral bells, heuchera plants are easy to grow and add texture to the perennial border.