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

alum root 'Violet Shimmer'

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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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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