Day 2 of Plant Madness, sponsored by Al’s Garden and Home, continues. This round one match-up in the perennial region features the Primrose versus the Heuchera. Tune in to Everyday Northwest all month ...

Understanding the Context

If you’re looking for a plant for your garden that will come back year after year, is easy to care for, and suitable for a variety of growing conditions, coral bells (Heuchera) just might be the plant ... What: Good things often do come in small packages and Heuchera “Green Spice” is no exception. This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, ... Napa Valley Register: Napa County Master Gardeners: The highs and lows of heuchera Shakespeare may have believed that a rose by any name would smell as sweet, but a well-considered plant name — or an ineptly chosen label — can significantly enhance or tarnish its subject forever.

Key Insights

In ... “If you are like me and are crazy about perennials with dark foliage, you’ll go absolutely ‘ga ga’ over Heuchera ‘Obsidian.’ The glossy leaves on this 16-inch mound of dark purple appear almost black, ... KING5: Looking for hummingbirds? This plant will bring them to the yard, along with pops of color SEATTLE — It's not surprising that Heucheras (coral bells) have become one of the most popular perennials in Northwest gardens. These hybrids of North American wildflowers are easy to grow, come in a ...

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