Perennials
Heuchera villosa 'Obsidian'
Coral Bells
A wonderful variety of Heuchera, 'Obsidian' has wonderful deep purplish-black foliage with a polished glassy luster. The dark color of Obsidian is very unique and the undersides of the leaves are shiny and deep purple, while sprays of creamy flowers appear in June. A very striking plant, 'Obsidian' contrasts dramatically with brighter colors in the garden or in containers.
Additional:
The villosa species exhibits an increased tolerance of high heat and humidity over other species.
Coral Bells Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Happiest in moist well-drained soil in bright shade. Protect from hot afternoon sun.
Height:10-20 Inches |
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Spread:8-18 Inches |
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Hardiness Zone:4 - 9 |
Characteristics & Attributes for Heuchera villosa 'Obsidian'
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Great Companion Plants for Heuchera villosa 'Obsidian'
Plantain Lily
(Hosta 'Color Festival')
Japanese Painted Fern
(Fern, Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum')
Plantain Lily
(Hosta 'August Moon')
Plantain Lily
(Hosta 'Velvet Moon')
Sedge
(Carex oshimensis 'Evergold')
Golden Japanese Spikenard
(Aralia cordata 'Sun King')
Plantain Lily
(Hosta 'Sunset Grooves')
Blue Sedge
(Carex flacca 'Blue Zinger')
Similar Plants to Heuchera villosa 'Obsidian'
Coral Bells
(Heuchera villosa 'Plum Pudding')
Coral Bells
(Heuchera 'Forever Purple')
Coral Bells
(Heuchera micrantha 'Palace Purple')