Heuchera x 'Plum Royale'

Alumroot

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Common Name:

Alumroot

Plant Type:

Annual

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Silver Green Purple

Sun (From 0 to 5):

2

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

36°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

30 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Plum Royale') - Description

This brand new Heuchera for 2009 will add a bit of royalty to your garden or landscapes. Its large 4 inch shiny purple leaves will not fade during the season. Heuchera 'Plum Royale' has pinkish white flowers that stand tall above the foliage during the summer months. 'Plum Royale' has winter foliage that is silver with a purple tint. This Heuchera displays an excellent compact, mounding habit.

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Plum Royale') - 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 'Plum Royale') - 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 'Plum Royale') - 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 'Plum Royale') - Pest

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

Alumroot (Heuchera x 'Plum Royale') - 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 'Plum Royale') - Soil and irrigation

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