alum root 'Violet Shimmer'
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A clump-forming perennial to about 20cm high, forming a mound of lobed, purple leaves with a bright silver sheen on the upper surface, and dark purple veining. Loose sprays of small, pale pink flowers are held on slender stems above the foliage in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- alum root 'Violet Shimmer' (Heuchera 'Violet Shimmer')
- 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 'Violet Shimmer'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of alum root 'Violet Shimmer'
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alum root 'Violet Shimmer' care guide
- Evenly light soil moisture preferred, prevent complete substrate drying
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Evenly light soil moisture preferred, prevent complete substrate drying
Fertilizing
Weak all-purpose heuchera feed monthly spring through autumn
Pruning
Remove faded flower spikes
Propagation
Propagate by division in autumn
Growing
Grow in a fertile, neutral soil in light or partial 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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