Heuchera x 'Hollywood'

Alumroot

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Common Name:

Alumroot

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Red

Foliage color:

Purple Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

2

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

40 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Description

Heuchera 'Hollywood' -A new star has been born in the Heuchera world! This breeding breakthrough is characterized by incredible flower power. The strong reblooming spikes of dense coral flowers are produced all spring and summer! The lightly ruffled metallic leaves are dark purple with a silvery white overlay. Hummingbirds and butterflies cannot resist the bright color of Heuchera 'Hollywood'.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Blooming

Heuchera blooms from April to August, sprays of small flowers apear on branching, wiry stems. The dainty flowers some times attract hummingbirds. Remove the flower stems, when the flowers fade.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Growth

These plants form dense, compact, evergreen clumps. They do well in full or half sun. Requires mulching on a yearly basis. May need replanting after a while.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Planting

Sow seeds in spring. Or, if you're propagating by division, divide the clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall. Use young, vigorous, rooted division. Discard old, woody rootstocks.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Pest

Foliar nematodes. Other problems include powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spots.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Interesting facts

Although plants of this genus are generally not eaten, the leaves can be consumed and have a somewhat sour and tangy flavor. Native Americans made a tonic using Alumroot as a digestive aid.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Hollywood') - Soil and irrigation

Regular water. Well drained, humus rich soil. Heuchera grows best in neutral soil.