Heuchera x 'Rave On'
Alumroot
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Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Rave On') - Description
Heuchera 'Rave On' is a real beauty with small silver leaves with striking dark purple veining. Numerous wands of pink flowers cover the attractive mounds of foliage in early summer. A must have Heuchera with rave reviews!
Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Rave On') - 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 'Rave On') - 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 'Rave On') - 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 'Rave On') - Pest
Foliar nematodes. Other problems include powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spots.
Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Rave On') - 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 'Rave On') - Soil and irrigation
Regular water. Well drained, humus rich soil. Heuchera grows best in neutral soil.
