There’s nothing like the stunning contrast provided by the silver and purple left Heuchera cultivars. The leaves are usually covered in a silvery gray sheen with purple veins and possibly other colors sprinkled on as well. Below is a description of some of the best for the southeastern US. See other articles in our Heuchera series for descriptions of other groups of Heuchera, such as the solid purple or red varieties.

H. americana ‘Ring of Fire’: a selection of Heuchera ‘Eco Magnififolia’ seedlings. Silver leaves, highlighted by a dark purple veining that flows into the center of the leaf. On cool spring and fall nights, the leaves develop a coral edge. (Z 4-9, H 12″)

H. americana ‘Sterling Silver’: A selection of Heuchera ‘Eco Magnififolia’ seedlings. Heuchera ‘Stirling Silver’ was selected as the best silver leaf to contrast with the blue and purple streaks, especially evident in cooler climates. (Z 4-9, H 12″)

H. ‘Amethyst Mist’ – A large 18″ wide by 10″ tall evergreen clump of dark purple foliage, highlighted with silver markings. New foliage emerges an amethyst purple color, providing a nice color contrast to older foliage. In late spring, clumps are covered with 2-foot spikes of puny cinnamon-colored flowers. (Z 4-8a, H 10″)

H. ‘Burgundy Frost’: Very dark purple leaves with pretty silver patterns between the veins. The leaves are very curly and deeply cut. (Z 4-9, H 12″)

H. ‘Cascade Dawn’ – Darker purple veining, contrasting nicely with the pewter background. Each sheet has a wonderful sheen to it that seems to make the group sparkle. (Z 4-9, H 12″)

H. ‘Cathedral Windows’ – Violet-purple foliage creates a nice backdrop for the silvery overlay and contrasting purple streaks. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Ladies’: Silvery leaves are overlaid with a dusty purple-veined pattern. The flowering stalks, in mid-spring, are adorned with more purple cut-leaf foliage and a dazzling array of white flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 15″)

H. ‘Cherries Jubilee’ PP 11377 EU10038: Slightly wavy purple foliage with a hint of silver between the veins. In mid-spring, the clumps become covered with stalks of delicate deep pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 15″)

H. ‘Chocolate Veil’: The darkest Heuchera with almost black leaves with some light silver spots between the veins. Group 18″ wide. (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-8a, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Frosted Violet’ PP 15,085: A vigorous new bell coral, thanks to the inclusion of our native Heuchera villosa in the lineage. Attractive purple-pink foliage with darker veins adorns the massive over 2-foot-wide clump. In late spring, clumps are covered with 30″ spikes of small, light pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-8a, Height 12″)

H. ‘Gypsy Dancer’ PPAF: Foliage is deep purple and veined with a silver overlay. Light pink flowers.

H. ‘Hollywood’ PPAF, PVR: Wavy dark purple foliage highlighted by silvery veins and crowned in spring with dense spikes of coral-red flowers. Each 1′ wide clump re-blooms well in some climates, putting on an impressive show all summer long. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-7, Ht. 8″)

H. PPAF ‘Jade Gloss’: A small compact clump of impressive, slightly cupping silvery foliage highlighted by dramatic deep purple veining. In late spring, clumps are covered with stalks of 18″ tall white flowers that open from light pink buds. (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-9, Ht. 8″)

H. ‘Licorice’: (= Trademark of Proven Winners Dolce Licorice USPP16735): Glossy, almost black foliage with a silver coating and red streaks. Red Flowers (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Montrose Ruby’ – A cross between Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ and Heuchera Dales Strain, and is the parent of many new Heuchera hybrids. The deep purple leaves have a unique silver veining. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 15″)

H. ‘Oakington Jewel’ (aka: Heuchera ‘Cultus Bay Beauty’) – An exciting cross of Heuchera americana and Heuchera sanguinea. The leaves combine prominent purple veins with a silver coating and a contrasting green border. In spring, the clumps give rise to stems of pretty pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Palace Passion’ – A hybrid of Heuchera americana x Heuchera sanguinea that combines the beautiful chocolate foliage and silver cape with pretty coral pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Palace Purple’: A charming coral-bell purple leaf shape, Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ is a Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year. Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’ is great when used against greens or golds in the garden. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. PPAF ‘Petite Pearl Fairy’ – This new series of tiny dwarf coral bells are best “cared for” in a rock garden or special small well-drained site. Tiny rounded purple leaves with silver veins form a perfect 6″ wide clump. In early summer, clumps are topped with 12″ spikes of medium pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-7, Ht. 10″)

H. ‘Pewter Moon’: (Heuchera cylindrica ‘Greenfinch’ x Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’). The leaves are more rounded than ‘Pewter Veil’ and the clump is flatter and the flowers are silvery pink. (Partial sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 8″)

H. ‘Pewter Veil’ PP 8984 EU 6209: Purple foliage with pewter netting between the veins. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Pinot Gris’ PP 19,592: Aa vigorous clump 1′ tall by 2′ wide. Each cluster is made up of silvery leaves, highlighted by purple veins and a purple back. The clumps become covered with stalks of creamy white flowers in late summer. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-8 at least, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Silver Prince’ PPAF: TA Clumps of 15″ wide shiny silver leaves highlighted with dramatic deep purple veining. In late spring, clumps are topped with 2′ flower spikes of bright pink color (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-8, H 12″)

H. ‘Purple Sails’: TA vividly contrasting leaf with a deep purple edge and overlapping veining with a dramatic silver pattern. New growth on the deeply lobed leaves has a deep violet hue. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Regal Robe’: Best foliage contrast of any coral bell so far. Very bright silver foliage is highlighted by wonderful deep purple veins. The blade literally looks polished. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Regina’: Foliage dark purple with small silver spots between the veins. In April and May, the beds are crowned with gorgeous 3′ tall spikes of light pink flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-8, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Saturn’: A 15″ wide mound of rounded shiny silver foliage, highlighted by purple veins. (Part sun to light shade, Zone 4-8, H 12″)

H. ‘Silver Scrolls’ PP 12,066: A spiral mound composed of round leaves. Each silver leaf is streaked with dark purple and when it emerges in spring, it is awash with a purple coating. In late spring, clumps are covered with narrow, 2-foot upright spikes of white flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-8a, Ht. 10″)

H. ‘Silver Shadows’: Extraordinarily silvery leaves with very narrow dark purple veins. New growth emerges a wonderful shade of pink, providing a dramatic contrast to older foliage. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. ‘Stormy Seas’ – Combines the beauty of Heuchera ‘Chocolate Ruffles’ with a layer of dynamite silver charcoal on each leaf. The very wavy foliage combined with the deeply cut foliage is quite spectacular. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-9, Ht. 12″)

H. PPAF ‘Swirling Fantasy’: A tight 15″ wide clump of pewter leaves, each highlighted with deep purple veins. In late spring clumps are topped with airy 20″ tall spikes of bright red flowers. (Part sun to light shade, zone 4-8, Ht. 12″)

H. villosa ‘Purpurea’: Foliage resembles Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’, but is a much darker purple. The foliage is also much hairier than Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’. (Part sun to light shade, zone 5-8 at least, Ht. 15″)

Heucheras of any color make a beautiful addition to the shade garden, but the silver and purple ones are extremely showy and are the most popular varieties on the market today.