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    Heuchera 'Velvet Night'

    Also Known As

    • Velvet Night Alum root

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 7"
    • W: 17"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Heuchera 'Velvet Night' plant details

    Heuchera 'Velvet Night' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with black and purple foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Heuchera 'Velvet Night'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: saxifragaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen black and purple
    Mature size: 17 IN wide, 7 IN tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Heuchera 'Velvet Night'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Well-named for the deep soft blues and purples that look like a fine summer night feels (all that?s missing is the stars!); a lovely cool groundcover for the shade. PSh-Sh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    A clump forming, evergreen perennial. Large oak-like, velvety, very dark red-green leaves, bearing a lighter patina, are held on slender stems to form a compact dome. In spring tall spikes of small white flowers appear. A delightful foliage plant for light shade. Remove old leaves as required and provide plenty of organic matter.

    By: Zephs

    One of our favorite purple-leafed Heucheras, the leaves of this elegant selection appear literally to be made of purple-black velvet. Plant in dappled shade and watch the sunlight sparkle devilishly off the iridescent foliage.

    By: Native Sons

    7" plush, slate black leaves, with complex metallic purple overlays. Great with gold Hosta. It has shimmering leaves that are actually velvety to the touch. These show best in partial shade. Americana breeding gives heat and humidity tolerance.

    By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

    Gardening facts about Heuchera 'Velvet Night' plant

    How to Grow Heuchera 'Velvet Night'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • purple
      • black

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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