Heuchera Copper Dinosaur

Heuchera 'Copper Dinosaur' is an irresistible variety of heuchera, both colourful and vigorous, which will quickly make an impact in the garden, as well as in a pot. It forms a beautiful evergreen ground cover, composed of large palmate leaves in various shades of red, orange, yellow, and green. In summer, the foliage is adorned with graceful cream-coloured flowers. This perennial plant truly transforms any setting. It simply requires a morning sun exposure, partial shade, or even full shade.

Heucheras have become essential plants in our gardens in recent years. Their evergreen foliage, available in multiple shades, brightens up flower beds with brilliance. These plants from the Saxifragaceae family make excellent border plants. They also produce excellent results in pots, making them suitable for even small terraces. The 'Dinosaur' series of Heucheras have been selected by Dirk Scheys for their rapid growth and large leaves. These varieties, which form a good ground cover, also serve as a focal point on terraces and balconies.

Heuchera Copper Dinosaur reaches a height of approximately 35 cm (14 in) and a width of 50 cm (20 in) when mature. Its delicate inflorescences, which appear in July-August, rise above its palmate foliage. The colour of the foliage evolves over time and the seasons, creating constant enchantment. In 'Copper Dinosaur', the leaves are large, velvety, and deeply veined. The upper side of the lamina is multicoloured, while the underside is purple. In autumn, the foliage becomes noticeably darker, with a bronze-red colour.

Like many heucheras, Copper Dinosaur is not demanding in terms of soil, as long as it is well drained and not too dry in summer. It prefers partial or full shade, but still requires some light, at least in the morning, to express its beautiful colours. However, it will scorch if exposed to full afternoon sun. Plant several of these heucheras to achieve a spectacular and effective ground cover. You can also combine them with other varieties in matching colours, such as the famous 'Caramel' or 'Caribbean Sea' varieties. Conversely, you can create contrasting effects with dark heucheras like 'Black Beauty'. In shade, its bright foliage will enhance the dark foliage of ferns (Dryopteris, Polystichum), Liriopes, or Ophiopogons. Finally, it can create a beautiful colour motif with shrubs such as Berberis 'Admiration'.