Black Forest Cake Heuchera

Heuchera 'Black Forest Cake' PPAF

Pronunciation: HEW-ker-a
SKU #44830
4-9

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Deep purple, almost black foliage is topped with spikes of cherry-red flowers in late spring. Striking as an accent or massed in a woodland border or provides great color contrast in mixed containers. An exciting addition to the garden, no matter how you slice it. Herbaceous perennial.
LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Foliage reaches 6 in. tall, 12 in. wide; flowers to 12 in. tall.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9

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Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseContainer
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorBlack
Companion PlantsBrunnera (Brunnera), Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa), Hosta (Hosta), Spikenard (Aralia)
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring.
Details
Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseContainer
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorBlack
Companion PlantsBrunnera (Brunnera), Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa), Hosta (Hosta), Spikenard (Aralia)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring.

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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.