Heuchera, Alum Root, Alumroot, Coral Bells, Coralbells 'Stormy Seas'

Heuchera

Family
Saxifragaceae (saks-ih-frag-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Heuchera (HEW-ker-a)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
18-24 in. (45-60 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
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Foliage
White/Near White
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
Mid Spring
Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
This plant is resistant to deer
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
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
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
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
Burgundy/Maroon
Regional

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

Vandiver, Alabama

Merced, California

Redwood City, California

Denver, Colorado

Athens, Georgia

Durham, Maine

East Tawas, Michigan

Silver Lake, Minnesota

Elba, New York

Amherst, Ohio

Dayton, Ohio

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Norristown, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hendersonville, Tennessee

Knoxville, Tennessee

Montpelier, Vermont

Big Stone Gap, Virginia

Lexington, Virginia

Brewster, Washington

Kalama, Washington

Clarksburg, West Virginia

Appleton, Wisconsin(2 reports)

Minocqua, Wisconsin

Owen, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
3
neutrals
0
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C
Amherst, OH (Zone 5b) | August 2010 | positive

I'm in zone 5b (Amherst OH) and I must say this is the only heuchera that's been able to stand our terribly hot & sunny summer this year....Read More

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South Bend, IN | September 2005 | neutral

I just planted several of these in a new bed. Any suggestions for companion plants?

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Mercer, PA (Zone 5a) | August 2004 | neutral

Ruffled foliage in shades of pewter, burgundy, and green. Can be planted in spring or fall. Grows to 18".

2 foot stalks ...Read More

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| August 2003 | positive

The leaf design and color variations make this a striking plant to add to your low light garden spots. This year, however, due i am assu...Read More

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Vandiver, AL (Zone 7a) | April 2003 | neutral

Alumroot is a wonderful shade garden plant in my area.It doesn't require a lot of attention.Spring is the season for it's bloom.
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M
Belmont, CA (Zone 10a) | April 2003 | positive

This heuchera looks gorgeous all year; the leaf color is a wonderful accent to the garden.

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