Frosted Violet Heuchera
Heuchera x 'Frosted Violet' PP #15085
Pronunciation: HEW-ker-a
SKU #02310
| Description | Violet purple foliage with deep burgundy veins form a vigorous but neat clump, accented by dainty pink, pearl-like flowers on slender stems. Silvery hairs cover the top of the leaf, giving it a frosted appearance. Foliage color deepens when cool weather arrives. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Late spring to late summer |
| Mature Size | Foliage reaches 12 in. tall, 18 in. wide; blooms reach 30 in. tall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
|---|---|
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Pair with yellow and gold foliage plants for shaded contrast in the garden. Plant in irregular groups in a woodland understory or under shade trees. A great choice for all kinds of naturalistic settings or peeking out from under landscape boulders. In formal gardens position near porch or patio and terrace for close-up view. Excellent for nesting a pedestal or fountain. A valuable plant for containers that offers both foliage and flower accents. Particularly beautiful in troughs but provides a dramatic effect in lime green or cobalt blue glazed containers. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Painted Fern (Athyrium) |
| Care | Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates drier soils once established. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Feed regularly throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring. |
|---|
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant
Buy Online
This plant is not available to purchase online.
We no longer grow this plant. For replacement suggestions, check out the plants “You May Also Like” below.
Buy Locally
No Retailers found within 50 miles of your zipcode
About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.