alum root 'Jade Gloss'
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A compact, clump-forming perennial to about 25cm high, forming a mound of lobed, silvery leaves with dark green veins and purple undersides. Leaves tint deep red in summer if grown in full sun. Loose sprays of small, pale pink flowers are held on tall stems above the foliage, from late spring into summer

Scientific classification
- Species
- alum root 'Jade Gloss' (Heuchera 'Jade Gloss')
- Genus
- Heuchera
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Autumn · Winter · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of alum root 'Jade Gloss'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of alum root 'Jade Gloss'
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alum root 'Jade Gloss' care guide
- Keep soil lightly moist with free drainage
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep soil lightly moist with free drainage
Fertilizing
Light balanced feed in spring and early summer
Pruning
Remove faded flower spikes
Propagation
Propagate by division in autumn. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Growing
Grow in a fertile, neutral soil in full sun or light shade, and ensure good drainage, especially in heavy soils. The woody rootstock tends to lift out of the ground over time, so mulch annually to retain moisture. Divide and replant every 3-4 years to maintain vigour
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to heuchera rust and leafy gall
Pests
May be susceptible to leaf and bud eelworm and vine weevil
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