Heucherella 'Capture the Flag'

Heucherella 'Capture the Flag': A Bold Foliage Statement with Woodland Elegance

Bright and graphic, Heucherella 'Capture the Flag' draws the eye with its large, maple-shaped leaves in shimmering lime-silver, each one boldly marked with a central burgundy flare. This vivid contrast remains steady through the season, creating a dynamic focal point for shaded borders and containers. In early summer, creamy-white flower wands rise above the foliage, softening the display and offering gentle movement among its structured form.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 20–25 cm (35–45 cm in bloom)
• Spread: 40–50 cm
• Flower Colour: Creamy white
• Flowering Period: Early to midsummer
• Foliage: Bright lime to silver-green with deep burgundy central markings; large, lobed, semi-evergreen
• Sunlight Requirements: Part shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

Uses and Benefits: Heucherella 'Capture the Flag' is ideal for creating contrast and visual rhythm in shaded plantings. Its bold foliage pattern lights up woodland borders, softens hard edges in containers, and serves as a luminous anchor in mixed shade compositions. Deer-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and a quiet supporter of pollinators, it offers lasting structure and ornamental value from spring through fall.

Companion Plants: Contrast the lime-toned foliage of Heucherella 'Capture the Flag' with the smoky blue leaves of Hosta 'Halcyon'. Add Carex 'Everglow' to echo the warmth in the burgundy veining and provide texture and movement. Weave in Athyrium 'Regal Red' to elevate the planting with its finely cut silver-green fronds and wine-coloured stems.

Care Instructions: Grow in part to full shade with rich, well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged dryness or overly wet conditions. Remove spent flowers and tired foliage in early spring. Divide every 3–4 years to maintain density and vigour in established clumps.

History: Heucherella 'Capture the Flag' is a Proven Winners® introduction from the *Fun and Games®* series, bred for eye-catching foliage patterns and dependable shade performance. A cross between Heuchera and Tiarella, it merges bold foliage with a refined, compact habit and lasting seasonal interest.

Final Thoughts: Boldly patterned and beautifully structured, Heucherella 'Capture the Flag' brings brightness, form, and modern woodland appeal to any shady planting. A standout in texture-rich combinations, it’s a foliage focal point with lasting impact and quiet reliability.