More about the plant below:
Heuchera
category : perennials
position : partial shade, shade
height : 15-60 cm
frost resistance : up to -20 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly acidic
preferences soil : fertile, sandy loam, permeable
watering : a lot
color leaves/needles : green, yellow, red, purple, silvery, orange
color of flowers : pink, red, brown
shape : tufted
period flowering : June-July
seed : -
reproduction:division of clumps
persistence leaves : partially evergreen
application : flower beds, rockeries, balconies, cut flowers, terraces
pace of growth : fast
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Heuchera is perfect for beginners. This perennial is easy to care for, can be grown in the shade, has attractive flowers and leaves.In addition, it is available in a large number of varieties.
Duck growth form
The most beautiful leaves come from cranes from new farms. These have a wide range of shades from dark green, greyish green, dark red, copper to browns with a white blast.The leaves have elegantly crimped edges. However, it is only during the flowering period that the crane makes itself known from its best side.
Bell-shaped flowers develop from May to July and are set on filigree shoots 50-70 cm high.Flowers come in many colors - from white, through shades of pink to dark red.Noteworthy are, among others varieties such as 'Gracilima' (salmon pink flowers), 'Red Spangles' (scarlet red) and 'Silberregen' (white).
Heuchera micrantha 'Palace Purple' is also highly appreciated, mainly due to its shimmering metallic leaves. The shoots reach up to 90 cm in height and produce tiny white flowers.This variety, as the only one of the listed ones, can also be propagated from seeds.
Stand for the crane
Semi-shaded position in a moderately moist, fertile, slightly acidic soil guarantees optimal development conditions.In soil that maintains sufficient humidity, the crane also tolerates moderate sun exposure.
Cranberry care
The crane should be planted as deep as possible, because the root ball keeps uplifting over time. If necessary, the seedlings are dug with compost or bark dust. Some compost will also be useful for plants in the spring.
In the event of drought, irrigate the crops abundantly.Remove the faded flowers on a regular basis. Heuchera tolerates cooling down to -15 ° C. It reproduces by division.
