Heucherella 'Cracked Ice'

Heucherella ‘Cracked Ice’ is a compact, mounding perennial with foliage that changes through the seasons. Blue-green summer leaves have pronounced veining, while early spring and fall bring a silvery-pink overlay. It adds cool-toned foliage to containers and shaded garden plantings. ## Foliage and flowers The foliage mound is about 7 inches tall and 15 inches wide; short flower stems reach about 10 inches. White flowers appear in June and July, and the plant is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Green, purple, and silver tones are noted in the leaves. The exact [Cracked Ice profile](https://www.terranovanurseries.com/product/heucherella-cracked-ice/) describes its foliage, flowering, and dimensions. ## Garden placement Part shade or full shade suits this cultivar. Use humus-rich, well-drained soil and provide average moisture; Heucherella tends to prefer more moisture than Heuchera. Its compact mound fits borders, mass plantings, and containers. ## Maintenance Keep the crown at soil level when planting. Water through dry periods and remove only weathered foliage in spring as new leaves appear. General [Heucherella growing notes](https://www.waltersgardens.com/variety.php?ID=HERCF) discuss moisture and early-season leaf cleanup.