Heucherella Solar Eclipse

Foamy Bells

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Rounded mounds of chocolate-brown scalloped foliage with green margins.

Don’t miss this rare ‘Eclipse’! Rounded mounds of chocolate-brown scalloped foliage appear as though they have been outlined with green glow-in-the-dark paint. Jaw-dropping for a dramatic look in part shade!

Truly a breakthrough in Heucherella breeding, Solar Eclipse is out of this world! Captivating and vigorous dense mounds! An instant classic for containers and borders. A cross of Heuchera and Tiarella. Forms an expanding mound flowering in late spring into summer with strong leaf colors and great flowers.

Code HSOEC

Patent PP23,647

Plant Type Perennials, Groundcovers

Species

Height Short 10" (16" in flower)

Spacing Plant 16" apart

Bloom Time Late Spring to Early Summer

Sun / Shade Half Sun / Half Shade to Full Shade

Zones 4-9

Soil Type Normal

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Dry Shade Tolerant
  • Groundcovers
  • Humidity Tolerant
  • OK in Containers

Heucherella General Information

Heucherella are an interesting cross of Heuchera and Tiarella. Forms an expanding mound flowering in late spring into early summer with strong leaf colors and great flowers. Versatile - excelling in the north, as well as the heat and humidity of the South. If grown in full sun, will need more moisture. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Heucherella Plant Care

Remove old stems of faded flowers for additional bloom and to tidy up so that the attractive foliage can be appreciated. Can be divided every 3-4 years in early spring. Remove and discard the old woody parts of the crown. In cold climates, winter mulch applied after the ground freezes will help prevent root heaving.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zones 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zones 8, 9 10: Early April

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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