Heuchera 'Magma'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round foliage color.
Heuchera 'Magma' is an eye-popping perennial celebrated for its giant, rounded leaves displaying bright pink or purple tones with prominent veining. It thrives in sun or shade, reaching about 14 inches high and 2 feet wide. In early summer, it produces clusters of pink blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This variety is highly heat and humidity tolerant, offering deep red and burgundy foliage color in autumn, often remaining evergreen in milder climates. It is adaptable, requires good drainage, and generally resists common pests and deer, making it an easy-care star for borders or containers.
$30.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1072
/ 2693
#1072 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-29%
Below average
SKU
27417
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, year-round focal point for shaded beds
- Landscapers needing vibrant color in low-light garden corners
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant landscape plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners dealing with heavy, water-logged clay soil
- Beginners struggling to balance specific light requirements
- Casual gardeners looking for a set-it-and-forget-it perennial
Performance breakdown
Foliage Impact
Giant, vibrant leaves provide high-contrast color throughout the growing season.
Climate Resilience
Exceptional heat and humidity tolerance ensures survival in challenging southern gardens.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance perennial that resists common pests and deer with minimal intervention.
Pollinator Appeal
Pink summer blooms effectively draw hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to both container displays and traditional garden border plantings.
Year-Round Interest
Deep burgundy autumn tones and evergreen potential provide lasting visual appeal.
Key Specs
SKU
27417
Genus
Heuchera
Variety
'Magma'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
2.5 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Features
- Giant, rounded leaves, sometimes reaching 8 inches across
- Tolerant of both heat and humidity
- Generally pest and disease resistant
- Offers continuous color interest, often remaining evergreen in mild climates
What customers say
Customers are consistently delighted by the Heuchera 'Magma' for its exceptional color and robust quality. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's striking, fiery red foliage, noting that it provides a dramatic focal point in the garden. The plants arrive healthy and well rooted, establishing quickly with minimal fuss. This reliability in growth and the unique aesthetic appeal make it a highly recommended choice for adding vibrant texture to shaded areas.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is specifically bred to be highly tolerant of heat and humidity, making it a reliable choice for regions where other Heuchera might struggle.
Heuchera 'Magma' is versatile and thrives in both sun and shade. However, in regions with intense afternoon sun, providing some partial shade will help keep the foliage looking its best.
In milder climates, 'Magma' often remains evergreen. In colder zones, the foliage may die back, but it offers beautiful deep red and burgundy tones in the autumn before the winter dormancy period.
Yes, 'Magma' is generally resistant to deer and common garden pests, making it a low-maintenance option for borders or containers where wildlife might be an issue.
The most important requirement for this plant is well-draining soil. It does not like to sit in waterlogged conditions, so ensure your planting site or container has excellent drainage.
Since this variety reaches a mature width of about 2 feet, you should space them at least 2 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and healthy growth.
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