Heuchera 'Twist of Lime'

Heuchera 'Twist of Lime': Zesty Foliage with a Fresh Perspective

Bright and uplifting, Heuchera 'Twist of Lime' brings a crisp splash of citrus to shady spaces. Its deeply lobed foliage emerges in bold chartreuse and mellows into lime green, offering vivid contrast all season long. This compact, mounded perennial is especially effective for brightening up shadowy corners, where its foliage glows like sunlight through leaves. Spikes of creamy white flowers rise in summer, adding soft vertical lift.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 20–25 cm (35–40 cm in bloom)
• Spread: 30–40 cm
• Flower Colour: Creamy white
• Flowering Period: Early to midsummer
• Foliage: Bright chartreuse to lime green; deeply lobed with a soft matte texture
• Sunlight Requirements: Part shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, organically enriched soil

Uses and Benefits: Heuchera 'Twist of Lime' is ideal for illuminating shady borders, woodland paths, and container combinations. Its cheerful foliage pairs well with both dark and silvery-leaved companions, offering bold contrast and a dose of energy. Compact and low maintenance, it attracts pollinators and resists deer, making it both beautiful and practical in layered plantings.

Companion Plants: Combine Heuchera 'Twist of Lime' with the smoky silver-blue foliage of Hosta 'Blue Angel' for a cool-toned contrast. Add the flowing blades of Carex 'Blue Zinger' to introduce texture and motion. Soften the composition with the delicate, lacy fronds of Athyrium 'Ghost', whose silvery tone echoes the heuchera’s brightness with an ethereal touch.

Care Instructions: Grow in part to full shade with moist, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh afternoon sun and provide mulch to retain moisture. Cut back faded foliage in early spring and divide clumps every 3–4 years to refresh the plant and maintain its compact habit.

History: Heuchera 'Twist of Lime' is a bright cultivar selected for its bold foliage colour, tidy growth habit, and strong garden performance. Its name reflects both its tangy colour and the fresh energy it brings to shade plantings.

Final Thoughts: Vivid, playful, and full of light, Heuchera 'Twist of Lime' brings zest and clarity to the shade. Whether used as a bold contrast or a glowing accent, it delivers a refreshing twist to any planting design.