Heuchera Primo 'Black Pearl'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking dramatic, year-round foliage color.
This is the ultimate anchor for a moody garden, offering a glossy, near-black foliage that stays vibrant long after other perennials fade. It trades delicate, high-maintenance aesthetics for a rugged, heat-tolerant constitution that handles both summer stress and hungry rabbits with ease.
$19.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic foliage contrast
- Southern growers dealing with intense summer heat and humidity
- Container designers wanting long-lasting, striking focal points
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts avoiding regular garden upkeep
- Gardeners with heavy, poorly draining clay soil
- Shade gardeners lacking access to bright, filtered light
Performance breakdown
Foliage Impact
Glossy, near-black leaves provide dramatic, high-contrast color throughout the entire year.
Heat Tolerance
Robust performance in sweltering summers keeps the plant looking fresh and vibrant.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Pest Resistance
Reliable rabbit resistance protects your garden investment from common backyard intruders.
Versatility
Dense mounding habit works perfectly in containers, borders, or as groundcover.
Pollinator Appeal
Delicate summer blooms offer a welcome, functional snack for local beneficial insects.
Key Specs
SKU
38197
Genus
Heuchera
Species
villosa
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
10 inches
Mature Width
2.5 Feet
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Full Shade
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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