Heuchera 'Obsidian' (Obsidian Coral Bells) — perennial

Overview

Heuchera 'Obsidian' is a perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family. Heuchera 'Obsidian' grows best in partial shade and shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and ground cover.

About

Heuchera 'Obsidian' (Obsidian Coral Bells) is a perennial cultivar of the Heuchera genus, known for its largely evergreen nature. It thrives in partial shade or shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Suitable for borders, containers, and ground cover, this cultivar benefits from sheltered spots to avoid waterlogging. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and requires pruning of old flower stems and dead leaves in spring to promote fresh growth. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings.

About the genus

Heuchera is a genus of largely evergreen perennial plants in the family Saxifragaceae. All species are native to North America except for Heuchera sichotensis, native to the Russian Far East. Common names include alumroot and coral bells.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Heuchera

Sunlight: partial shade, shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: neutral, slightly acidic
Soil moisture: moist
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Heuchera 'Obsidian' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, containers, ground cover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Heuchera 'Obsidian'

Cultivation: Prefers sheltered spots with partial shade and well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
Pruning: Remove old flower stems and dead leaves in spring to encourage fresh growth.
Propagation: division, cuttings