{"product_id":"heuchera-blackout","title":"Heuchera 'Blackout'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeuchera 'Blackout'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking coral bells variety known for its near black foliage that forms a dense low growing mound. The glossy deeply colored leaves provide strong contrast in shade plantings while delicate airy flower stems rise above the foliage in late spring to early summer, adding subtle movement and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 - 12 in x 12 - 18 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeuchera 'Blackout' is a cultivated hybrid derived from North American Heuchera species. While the species themselves are native, this selection is bred for foliage color and ornamental performance rather than representing a straight native form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts hummingbirds which visit the delicate flower spikes for nectar during the bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in small butterflies that feed on the nectar from the airy flower clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports native bees which forage for nectar and pollen from the small bell shaped flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 12 - 18 in apart to allow room for its mounded habit to spread and fill in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers where its dark foliage provides strong contrast against lighter plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' (Siberian Bugloss)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides bright silvery foliage that contrasts beautifully with the dark leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAthyrium niponicum 'Pictum' (Japanese Painted Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds soft textured foliage with metallic tones that complement the rich coloring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Guacamole' (Plantain Lily)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bold chartreuse foliage that highlights the deep tones of Heuchera.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiarella cordifolia (Foamflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings a native woodland element with delicate flowers and spreading habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstilbe chinensis 'Visions in Pink' (Astilbe)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Introduces upright plumes and seasonal color in similar growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45947965046945,"sku":"heat11","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/heucblaco.jpg?v=1586274953","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/heuchera-blackout","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}