Heuchera
x brizoides
Plum Pudding
Coral Bell, Alum Root
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Type:
Perennials,Groundcovers
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Height:
Short 8" (26" in flower) (Plant 10-16" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Early Summer to Late Summer
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Shady
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Zones:
3-8
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Acidic
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Flower Color / Accent:
White /
White
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Stunning foliage of deep plum-purple leaves with faint silver marbling between then even darker veins. Dainty white flowers reach 26" in early summer but are not as impressive as the foliage. Avoid full sun with Plum Pudding for best coloration. Exceptional growth habit.
Features to Note:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Dry Shade Tolerant
- Edgers
- Groundcovers
- Good for Cut Flowers
- Seaside/Salt tolerant
- Attracts Butterflies
- OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
- Evergreen
- For a sunny spot
- For a shady spot
General Information:
Heuchera make excellent border plants with their nearly evergreen foliage in neat clumps. Dainty flowers are held aloft on airy stems May through July. Can be used in a shady courtyard pot or as a groundcover under deciduous trees. Prefers average to moist soil conditions.
Plant Care:
Benefits from deadheading. Watch for frost heaving - mulch can help. It keeps the mature crown in contact with the soil and keeps the soil moist in the summer as well. Must have good drainage over the winter, though, so don't over-do the overwintering mulching. Shear off any damaged leaves in early spring to make room for new foliage. Can be divided every 3 years in spring.
