Heuchera 'Black Beauty'

Black Beauty Coralbells

Heuchera ‘Black Beauty’ is a dramatic foliage perennial valued for its deep, glossy purple to near-black leaves. It forms a compact, mounded clump of rounded, slightly ruffled foliage that maintains its dark coloration throughout the growing season, providing strong contrast in mixed plantings. In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, adding light texture against the dark leaves. Its rich color makes it an excellent accent in shaded borders.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 12–18 in (to 18–24 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms expanding mounds)

USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Compact, mounded
Light: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates morning sun)
Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Deep purple to near-black foliage



Strong contrast plant for shade gardens



Glossy leaves add richness and texture



Ideal for borders, edging, and containers




Care
Plant in well-drained soil and avoid heavy winter moisture. Remove spent flower stems after bloom. Divide every few years in spring to maintain vigor. Provide light mulch in colder climates for winter protection.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12"

Width

9-12"

Hardiness zones

4–11

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer

Flower color

Cornsilk

Leaf color

Maroon

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Drought tolerant

No