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Solar Eclipse Heucherella
Heucherella x 'Solar Eclipse' Plant Patent #23647
Solar Eclipse Heucherella is a great plant when you need contrast in a shade garden. The dark reddish-brown foliage with that lime-green edge gives you color even when nothing is blooming, which is exactly what many shady beds need. I like it in containers, along shaded walkways, or tucked between ferns and hostas where the leaf color can really stand out. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and give it good drainage, and it will be much easier to keep looking sharp.
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Dramatic Dark Foliage with Bright Lime Edges for Shade Gardens
Bold Foliage Color for Part Shade.
Solar Eclipse Heucherella is a compact, foamy-bell perennial grown for its striking foliage color and strong garden contrast. The broadly scalloped leaves emerge with a rich reddish-brown to dark chocolate tone and a bright lime-green edge, creating a dramatic two-tone effect in shaded beds and containers. It is an excellent choice when you want color that lasts beyond a short bloom window.
A Compact Accent for Borders and Containers.
This heucherella stays tidy and mounded, making it useful near the front of borders, along shaded walkways, in patio containers, and as a colorful accent among other shade perennials. Its compact shape lets it tuck easily between ferns, hostas, hellebores, carex, astilbe, lungwort, and other woodland plants. Use it in small groups for a stronger color impact or as a single accent in mixed containers.
Foamy Bells Texture with Coral Bells Color.
Heucherella combines the best traits of coral bells and foamflower, bringing together colorful foliage, attractive leaf patterns, and airy spring flowers. Solar Eclipse is especially valuable for its foliage contrast. Even when not in bloom, the leaves provide season-long interest and help brighten darker garden corners where green foliage alone can feel flat.
Deer Resistant and Easy to Use.
Solar Eclipse Heucherella is generally considered deer resistant, making it a practical option for shade gardens where browsing pressure can be frustrating. It is also a low-maintenance perennial when planted in the right conditions. Keep the soil evenly moist but well drained, remove tired foliage as needed, and refresh older clumps by division every few years.
Best with Morning Sun or Bright Shade.
Plant Solar Eclipse Heucherella in part shade, morning sun, or bright filtered shade. In cooler climates, it may tolerate more sun with consistent moisture, but in hotter regions, afternoon shade helps protect the foliage color and reduce stress. Give it fertile, organic, well-drained soil and avoid wet winter conditions, which can lead to crown or root problems.
| Hardiness Zone: | 4-9 |
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| Mature Height: | 8 to 12 Inches |
| Mature Width: | 12 to 18 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Part shade, morning sun, or bright filtered shade |
| Soil | Fertile, organic, moist, well-drained soil |
| Water Requirements: | Average; keep evenly moist during establishment |
| Bloom Time / Color | Spring to early summer; small light-colored flowers may appear above the foliage |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild climates; Reddish-brown to dark chocolate, broadly scalloped leaves with lime-green edges |
| Ornamental Features | Two-tone foliage, compact mounded habit, scalloped leaves, shade color |
| Wildlife Value | Flowers may attract small pollinators |
| Resistance | Generally deer resistant; low maintenance when properly sited |
| Landscape Uses | Shade borders, woodland gardens, containers, edging, foundation beds, mass plantings, mixed perennial beds, patio planters |
How to Care for Solar Eclipse Heucherella
After purchasing your Heucherella Solar Eclipse, be sure to read our recommended care instructions to guarantee a happy and healthy plant.
How should I plant Solar Eclipse Heucherella?
Plant Solar Eclipse Heucherella in part shade, morning sun, or bright filtered shade with fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Choose a location where the plant is protected from intense afternoon sun, especially in warmer climates. Good drainage is important because heucherella can struggle in soggy soil. Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and no deeper than the container. Set the crown level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, and water thoroughly. Add a light mulch layer to conserve moisture, keeping mulch pulled back from the crown to prevent rot.
How often should I water Solar Eclipse Heucherella after planting?
Water Solar Eclipse Heucherella deeply after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while roots establish. During the first growing season, check moisture regularly, especially if the plant is growing in a container or receiving morning sun. Once established, Solar Eclipse Heucherella has average water needs, but it looks best with consistent moisture. Avoid letting the plant dry out severely, and avoid constantly wet soil. Moist but well-drained conditions produce the healthiest foliage.
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When should I fertilize Solar Eclipse Heucherella?
Fertilize Solar Eclipse Heucherella lightly in spring as new growth begins. A thin layer of compost or a balanced slow-release fertilizer is usually enough to support healthy foliage and flowering. Avoid heavy fertilizer applications. Too much fertility can encourage soft growth and reduce plant durability. Organic matter, steady moisture, and good drainage are more important than aggressive feeding.
When and how should I prune Solar Eclipse Heucherella?
Remove tired, winter-damaged, or faded leaves in early spring before new growth fills in. This helps the fresh foliage stand out and keeps the plant looking clean. Snip off spent flower stems after bloom if you prefer a tidier appearance. Solar Eclipse Heucherella does not need heavy pruning. If older clumps become woody, thin, or less vigorous, divide them in spring every few years and replant the healthiest outer sections.
