Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'
Plum Pudding Coral Bells
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Height
- 8 to 12 inches (foliage); up to 20 inches (with flowers)
- Width
- 12 to 16 inches
- Flower color
- Creamy white
- Foliage color
- Deep plum-purple with a metallic sheen
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low-maintenance; remove dead foliage in early spring
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Bees, butterflies
About this plant
Heuchera 'Plum Pudding' is a richly hued perennial celebrated for its deep purple, metallic-toned foliage with prominent black veining. The leaves have a slightly ruffled edge, adding texture and interest to garden beds or containers. This evergreen cultivar maintains its vibrant color throughout the year, making it a reliable choice for year-round appeal in mixed borders or as a ground cover.
In late spring to early summer, delicate sprays of small, cream-colored flowers rise above the foliage on slender stems. These blooms not only complement the dramatic leaves but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. Heuchera 'Plum Pudding' is a well-loved cultivar, combining ornamental beauty with robust performance in various garden settings.
Works well in
Woodland Gardens · Borders · Containers · Under Trees
Companion plants
Trillium · Japanese pieris · Kalmia · Acorus · Hellebores · Autumn ferns
Design tip
Use repeating masses of this deep-toned foliage to create dramatic contrast beneath lighter flowering perennials and shrubs. Blend bold leaf color with airy textures, evergreen structure, and layered plant forms to create shaded plantings that remain visually rich throughout the growing season.
