Heuchera 'Dark Secret'

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Heuchera 'Dark Secret' is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its rich, dark foliage and compact growth. The glossy leaves emerge deep purple to almost black, providing bold contrast throughout the year, particularly when planted alongside lighter foliage plants. In late spring and early summer, delicate white flowers rise above the foliage on slender stems, adding a light, airy detail. Hardy and easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil, this variety is an excellent choice for shaded borders, containers, and modern planting schemes where strong leaf colour is desired.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Perennials
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 0.1-0.5m
Flowering Month
  • June
  • July
  • August
Planting Position
  • Part shade
Features
  • semi-evergreen
  • Interesting Foliage

How to care for Heuchera 'Dark Secret'

Light:
Partial shade to full sun; leaf colour is deepest in partial shade, with some sun tolerated if soil stays moist.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil; dislikes waterlogging, especially in winter.

Water:
Water regularly while establishing; prefers evenly moist soil once established.

Pruning:
Remove old or damaged leaves in spring to refresh growth; deadhead spent flower stems if desired.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy throughout the UK; evergreen to semi-evergreen in mild winters.

Feeding:
Low feeding needs; a light spring feed or mulch is sufficient.

Notes

Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial with a compact, clump-forming habit.

Grown for its deeply coloured foliage.

Dark purple to near-black leaves with a glossy finish.

Small white flowers appear on slender stems in late spring to early summer.

Provides strong contrast in borders and containers.

Ideal for shaded borders, containers, woodland gardens, and underplanting.

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