Botanical Name: Heuchera 'Northern Exposure™ Silver’

Common Name: Coral Bells

Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Most Climates (USDA Zones 3–8)

Size: 10–14" Tall × 18–20" Spread

Growth Habit: Dense, Rounded, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates a Range of Conditions

Water Needs: Moderate; Consistent Moisture Preferred

Bloom Season: Late Spring to Early Summer

Fertilizer: Light Feeding in Spring

Features: Bright Silver Foliage with Dark Veining, Exceptional Cold Hardiness, Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen

Uses: Borders, Containers, Shade Gardens, Cold-Climate Landscapes, Foliage Contrast

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

See our complete Heuchera Growth & Care Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Heuchera Northern Exposure™ Silver

Heuchera Northern Exposure™ Silver is prized for its clean, bright silver foliage accented by bold dark veining, delivering strong contrast in both shade and sun. The leaves hold their color well throughout the season and remain attractive even as temperatures cool.

Part of the Northern Exposure™ series, this variety was bred specifically for enhanced cold tolerance and durability. It thrives in climates where many heucheras struggle, making it a dependable choice for northern gardens and transitional zones.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, Northern Exposure™ Silver has shown excellent resilience to cold, heat fluctuations, and humidity. It forms a dense, uniform mound and maintains its silver color without scorching in sun or dulling in shade.

We especially appreciate its versatility. It performs equally well in containers, mixed borders, and foundation plantings, where its silver foliage pairs beautifully with purples, blues, chartreuse, and deep greens.

Northern Exposure™ Silver vs. Other Heuchera Varieties

‘Northern Exposure™ Silver’ offers cool, frosted foliage that brings light and refinement to shaded areas. Compared to Lime Marmalade, it is softer and more understated, while still providing excellent contrast against dark varieties like Obsidian and Black Forest Cake. It pairs effortlessly with reds such as Forever Red and Berry Smoothie, helping balance bold colors. Silver foliage also acts as a visual resting point in complex plantings.

As part of the Northern Exposure™ Series, this variety is bred for cold hardiness and durability, making it especially reliable across climates. The Northern Exposure line is known for strong structure and consistent performance, setting it apart from non-series Heuchera. Silver is often used as a unifying element in mixed beds, containers, and layered borders.