Heuchera ‘Midnight Rose’ is a  sport of  Heuchera ‘Obsidian’. This selection has the same deep black-purple leaves as ‘Obsidian’ but with bright pink variegation that emerges in spring. As the season progresses the variegation increases in surface area and then lightens to a pale creamy pink. As with all Heuchera they are easy to grow and fit well into any perennial planting. Low growing with a mounded habit.

I took this picture at the Oregon Garden in Silverton, Oregon. If you ever have a chance to tour the Oregon Garden take the opportunity.

Perennial. Low growing, (4 to 6in.) spreading, succulents with rosettes of fleshy leaves in shades of crimson and green. Grown for the interesting plant appearance since flowers are inconspicuous. Used primarily in rock gardens and containers. Numerous varieties are propagated primarily by offsets. Easy to grow in full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Hardy to zone 4.

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Susceptible to leaf spot, powdery mildew and leafhoppers to minor degrees. Growing 2-3′ tall this perennial has an impressive 3-4″ flower head and is hardy in Zones 3-10. A great choice for areas that have high summer temps and dry soils.

A few notable cultivars:

• ‘Baby Cole’ – Dwarf. Less than 8″. Red flowers with yellow margins.
• ‘Burgundy’ – Large 24-30″. Burgundy red flowers.
• ‘Dazzler’ – 24-36″, Yellow flowers with maroon centers.
• ‘Kobold’ – also referred to as ‘Goblin’. 9-12″. Red flowers with yellow margins.

A perennial border powerhouse chosen for its spectacular silvery green, fine textured foliage. Silver Mound should be grown in full sun and well drained soil. Prune early spring. In the disease and pest category rust seems to be the main problem.

This evergreen perennial features dark green, narrow foliage highlighted with silvery-white vertical variegation. Flowering in summer the pale purple flowers are followed by whitish-green berries. Well suited for use as a ground-cover or edging. Hardy in zone 6 this perennial grows to 10-12″ high and equal in spread. Keep evenly moist and plant in shade to part sun locations.

Hostas generally prefer moist well drained soils. Part sun to full shade. Due to its variegated nature ‘Patriot’ will handle more sun than the green and blue leaved hosta varieties.

Hostas are easily divided in the spring or early fall. I prefer to divide hostas in the spring be fore the leaves fully emerge. Slugs and snails are common pests and are best managed by hand or by some common slug/snail baits.