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Heuchera rubescens

Also Known As

  • Pink Alumroot Root

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Heuchera rubescens plant details

Heuchera rubescens is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heuchera rubescens

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: saxifragaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heuchera rubescens

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Delicate, low groundcover with small leaves about 3" across. Small pink and white flowers. Great for shady rock gardens. Hardy to -10 °F.

Gardening facts about Heuchera rubescens plant

How to Grow Heuchera rubescens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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