Coral Bells - Obsidian
The Coral Bells Obsidian, Heuchera 'Obsidian' (PP14,836), with it's Jet Black leaves, has the darkest foilage to date of the Coral Bells. Taller shoots of cream colored flowers appear on this evergreen variety in June. Plant the Obsidian with Coral Bells Lime Ricky, Marmalade or Peach Flambe for a fantastic color contrast. Coral Bells are grown more for their foliage color but the small blooms that they contain will attract hummingbirds. Like most Coral Bells, it thrives in partial sunlight but once established it will also grow in shade. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways. ... additional info
Coreopsis - Limerock Passions The Coreopsis ‘Limerock Passions’ is a sport of Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby'. It has beautiful lavender pink, glossy flowers that cover the finely cut foliage. The dark green thread-like foliage makes a great contrast with its flower color, blooming from June through October. ‘Limerock Passions’ is extremely drought tolerant with a plant height of 16” and a spread of 34”. With cool autumn weather, the flowers make an even more outstanding color scheme. ‘Limerock Passions’ should be planted in full sun. It is drought-tolerant and tough but does need well-drained soil. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis ‘Limerock Passions’ looks great with Coreopsis ‘Moonbeam’, Coreopsis ‘Sweet Dreams’, and with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens. (PPAF).
