Heuchera ‘Timeless Night’ – Elegant Evergreen Foliage
Heuchera ‘Timeless Night’ is a stunning evergreen perennial, prized for its deep, almost black foliage with subtle purple undertones, forming a neat, compact mound. The dramatic, dark leaves provide strong contrast and year-round structure in borders, containers, and mixed planting schemes.
In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry sprays of soft pink flowers, adding height, delicacy, and interest for pollinators above the bold foliage. Hardy, reliable, and low-maintenance, ‘Timeless Night’ is perfect for gardeners seeking intense foliage colour combined with subtle seasonal flowering.
Why Grow Heuchera ‘Timeless Night’?
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Dramatic Dark Foliage – Almost black leaves add striking year-round contrast.
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Evergreen Habit – Provides garden structure in all seasons.
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Delicate Summer Flowers – Soft pink blooms appear above foliage.
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Compact Growth – Ideal for borders, edging, and containers.
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Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.
Height and Spread
Grows to approximately 30–35cm (12–14in) high, with flower stems reaching 40–45cm (16–18in), and spreads to 40–50cm (16–20in).
Where to Site Your Heuchera ‘Timeless Night’
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Borders and mixed perennial beds
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Containers and patio planting
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Underplanting beneath shrubs and trees
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Part-shade and sheltered areas
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Contemporary and foliage-focused schemes
How to Grow and Care
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best colour in partial shade).
Watering: Water regularly while establishing; drought tolerant once mature.
Maintenance
Remove old or damaged leaves as required. Mulch annually to protect the crown and improve soil condition. Generally pest- and disease-free.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Heuchera ‘Black Beauty’, Heuchera ‘Forever Purple’, Heuchera ‘Silverberry’, Tiarella, Brunnera, Carex, Geranium.
Conclusion
Heuchera ‘Timeless Night’ is a striking evergreen perennial offering almost black foliage, delicate summer flowers, and year-round structure. Its compact, low-maintenance habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, and modern planting schemes.