Good substitute for Obsidian Heuchera
starshine12650
5 years ago
Featured Answer
Comments (15)
Related Discussions
wanted various heucheras
Comments (0)Hello There's a disease going around known as "heuchera fever" and I've got it bad!! LOL. Anyways, I just couldn't resist after I saw some of the amazing cultivars out there. I would love to add some of these to my yard and these are the cultivars I'm interested in: Raspberry Ice Citronelle Mocha Amber Waves Cinnabar Silver Beaujolais Georgia Peach Green Spice Guardian Angel Lime Rickey Mahogany Midnight Rose (really want) Obsidian (really want) Southern Comfort Sparkling Burgundy Amethyst Myst Peach Flambe Chocolate Ruffles Also, if you have any cultivars not listed that have done well for you tell me about them I may be interested. These are just some of the ones I've heard good things about. Besides from what's on my list, I also have ninebark cuttings, burning bush cuttings, red twig dogwood cuttings, an unknown weigelia, witch hazel seedlings, wild rose (rooted) and a lot of other stuff. If you're interested or just feel like trading please post or just send me an e-mail. Thanks...See MoreContainer Ideas for "Obsidian"
Comments (4)I grow 'Obsidian' and it's my favorite of all of the dark ones I have. I find it looks particularly good with silver leafed plants. It also looks good with orange or lime green. This is a picture of mine growing beside another heuchera I have called Gunsmoke. I think the two pair well together. A mini heuchie called Frost might also work well in your container, as it only gets about 6-9" at maturity and it pairs well with Obsidian. How much sun will your container be getting? What color hosta do you plan on putting in with it? I might be more helpful if I knew more details....See MoreObsidian?
Comments (6)Hi Ginny, I have four Obsidian for 3 years. They are by far my favorite deep Purple heucheras, and the only one that retained the nice deep purple and shing color among my purple ones throughout the hot and dry summer last year. Mine gets several hours of afternoon sun. They grow fast and retain the neat and compact shape. Hope you will enjoy yours as much as I have with mine. Vivian...See MoreHeuchera Winners
Comments (54)I am close to Windsor, Ontario. I have had great success with Dolce Blackcurrant, Caramel, Silver Scrolls, Dolce Peach Melba, Kassandra, and Sweet Tea. I am on my second Fire Alarm. It just survived our mild winter and is quite small. It is so beautiful during the spring and fall but maybe not worth it. I have had Paprika for a couple of years and it barely survived this year as well. I have had Berry Smoothie for a couple of years and it has done well so far. Georgia Peach was beautiful last year but it didn't look too good over the winter. I lost many leaves but it is coming back. Rootbeer died - I think my only loss this year. Hope this helps....See Morestarshine12650
5 years agostarshine12650
5 years agoraee_gw zone 5b-6a Ohio
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agostarshine12650 thanked raee_gw zone 5b-6a Ohiosherrygirl zone5 N il
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agostarshine12650 thanked sherrygirl zone5 N ilstarshine12650
5 years agostarshine12650
5 years agohydrangeahead Central WI 4b
5 years agostarshine12650
5 years ago
Related Stories
LANDSCAPE DESIGNMake Your Roses Even More Beautiful With These Companion Plants
Nourish your rosebushes and create a visual feast with these 7 classic and unexpected plant pairings
Full StorySHELTERING AT HOME10 Fun Outdoor Projects and Activities to Fill Summer Days
Get inspiring ideas for kids and adults, such as starting seeds, building a bug hotel and growing fruits and vegetables
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGNHow to Create an Unforgettable Garden
Make an impression that will linger long after visitors have left by looking for the possibilities and meaning in your landscape
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGN7 Tricky Questions to Ask When Planning Your New Kitchen
Addressing these details will ensure a smoother project with personalized style
Full StoryPLANTING IDEASPlant Your Hardscape for Unexpected Green
Nestle greenery among pavers, steps and more for a yard brimming with life and creativity
Full StoryFALL GARDENING12 Easy-Care All-Foliage Container Gardens for Fall
Bold colors, rich textures and dynamic plant combinations embrace fall and transition into winter
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDESGarden-Friendly Native Alternatives to Overplanted Exotics
There are lots of gorgeous, wildlife-friendly native plants ready to make an appearance in your garden
Full StoryGARDENING GUIDES14 Beautiful Native Plants for Shade Gardens
These hardworking perennials thrive in areas with dappled light to full shade and create a lovely woodland garden look
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGNPatio of the Week: Design Details and Lush Plantings
A landscape designer found on Houzz transforms a tiny space into an inviting multiuse outdoor living room
Full StoryLANDSCAPE DESIGNThe Weepers and the Creepers: 10 Intriguing Trees for Your Garden
Bring something a little different to your landscape with a tree that dives, twists or crawls
Full StoryMore Discussions
User