alum root 'Cherry Truffles'
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A compact, clump-forming perennial to about 25cm high, forming a mound of lobed and ruffled leaves that emerge red and deepen to dark ruby red. Loose sprays of small pale pink flowers appear above the foliage from late spring into summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- alum root 'Cherry Truffles' (Heuchera 'Cherry Truffles')
- 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 · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of alum root 'Cherry Truffles'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of alum root 'Cherry Truffles'
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alum root 'Cherry Truffles' 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
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and early summer
Pruning
PruningRemove faded flower spikes
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in a fertile, neutral soil in 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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