Heuchera, Alum Root, Alumroot, Coral Bells, Coralbells 'Midnight Rose'

Heuchera

Family
Saxifragaceae (saks-ih-frag-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Heuchera (HEW-ker-a)
Synonym
Spacing
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Hardiness
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Foliage
Cream/Tan
Sun Exposure
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Late Spring/Early Summer
Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
Seed Collecting
Category
By dividing the rootball
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Perennials
Seed Collecting
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Non-patented
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Bronze
Dark/Black
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Sorrento, British Columbia

Hydesville, California

San Jose, California

Boise, Idaho

Des Plaines, Illinois

Washington, Illinois

Oskaloosa, Iowa

Nottingham, Maryland

Dearborn Heights, Michigan

East Tawas, Michigan

Saint Louis, Missouri

Litchfield, New Hampshire

Averill Park, New York

Clifton Park, New York

Honeoye Falls, New York

Wellsville, New York

Clyde, Ohio

Coshocton, Ohio

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Leesburg, Virginia

Arlington, Washington

Arlington Heights, Washington

Kalama, Washington

Olympia, Washington

Oso, Washington

Smokey Point, Washington

Appleton, Wisconsin

Minocqua, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

4
positives
2
neutrals
0
negative
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E
Wellsville, NY (Zone 4b) | May 2013 | positive

A nice, slow growing heuchera. Very pretty foliage. I grow it in zone 4 in a semi-shady spot. Cut the flowers off as they are nothing to look at.

E
Annapolis, MD | July 2012 | neutral

When it is healthy it is one of my favorites.It is beautiful.However,I have not had good luck with this one....seems finicky to me...

J
Litchfield, NH (Zone 5b) | April 2012 | neutral

Gorgeous coloration on leaves. Did not divide well in late summer, but overwintered w/o snow cover 2011-2012 and didn't bat an eye. Wor...Read More

G
(Zone 5a) | July 2011 | positive

A really pretty Heuchera that looks striking with so many color combinations. Blooms in May-October in my garden, but the blooms are pret...Read More

S
Norristown, PA (Zone 6b) | November 2009 | positive

This is a very beautiful Heuchera that seems to do well in full shade as well as in part sun. A lovely addition to any shady garden. No...Read More

A
Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7b) | May 2009 | positive

I actually grew this plant in full Oklahoma sun and it didn't flinch. I'm very impressed with how well it grew.

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