Heuchera ‘Mulberry’ Care Guide

Heuchera ‘Mulberry’ is a striking perennial grown for its deep mulberry-purple foliage and delicate sprays of flowers. A superb choice for adding year-round colour to beds, borders, or containers, this variety is both hardy and versatile. With its compact growth and richly coloured leaves, it makes an excellent feature in shady planting schemes, offering contrast and texture. Easy to grow and long-lived, ‘Mulberry’ is a must-have for gardeners looking for bold foliage with minimal fuss.

Planting & Position

Getting the position right helps your heuchera establish and thrive.

• Light requirements:

  • Prefers partial shade, especially in hot summers.

  • Can tolerate full sun in cooler regions if soil is kept moist.

• Soil:

  • Fertile, well-drained soil is best.

  • Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6–7).

  • Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils that may cause root rot.

• Planting time:

  • Best planted in spring or early autumn.

• Spacing:

  • Plant 30–40 cm apart, allowing room for clump formation.

• Companion plants:

  • Works beautifully with hostas, tiarella, ferns, and ornamental grasses.

  • Adds dramatic contrast beside silver or lime-green foliage.

Care & Maintenance

Heuchera ‘Mulberry’ is low-maintenance but will reward seasonal care with long-lasting colour and healthy growth.

• Watering:

  • Keep soil consistently moist, particularly in the first season after planting.

  • Avoid both drought and waterlogging.

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring.

  • A mulch of compost or leaf mould enriches the soil and locks in moisture.

• Pruning & grooming:

  • Cut back faded flower stems after blooming.

  • Remove tired or damaged leaves in spring to encourage fresh growth.

• Dividing & rejuvenating:

  • Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring to refresh growth and prevent the crown from lifting.

• Winter care:

  • Semi-evergreen to evergreen in milder climates, though leaves may look worn in winter.

  • Apply a mulch around the crown to protect from frost heave.

• Pests & diseases:

  • Generally trouble-free.

  • Watch for vine weevils, which may damage roots in pots.

Design Uses & Seasonal Interest

Heuchera ‘Mulberry’ is as ornamental as it is versatile, bringing bold colour and structure throughout the year.

• Containers & pots:

  • Excellent for patio planters and mixed pots.

  • Pairs well with trailing ivy, small grasses, or seasonal bedding plants.

• Borders & beds:

  • Adds striking foliage contrast at the front of shady borders.

  • Perfect for edging pathways or filling gaps between perennials.

• Seasonal colour:

  • Foliage is a rich mulberry-purple, shifting tones slightly with the seasons.

  • Delicate sprays of tiny summer flowers add a soft accent.

• All-year appeal:

  • Provides evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage interest in mild winters.

  • A reliable structural plant, holding its form year-round.

• Creative combinations:

  • Pairs beautifully with silver-leaved plants (e.g., brunnera, artemisia).

  • Enhances woodland-style plantings when combined with ferns and hostas.

In summary: Heuchera ‘Mulberry’ is a hardy, reliable perennial prized for its rich purple foliage and long-lasting appeal. Suitable for borders, containers, and shady gardens, it needs only well-drained soil, regular watering, and light feeding to thrive. With minimal maintenance, it will provide striking colour and texture throughout the year, making it an invaluable choice for gardens of any size.

• Size
  2 Ltr pot

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