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Plum Pudding Heuchera
Heuchera x 'Plum Pudding'
Pronunciation: HEW-ker-a
SKU #04072
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Foliage grows 8 to 10 in. tall, 12 to 16 in. wide; flowers to 26 in. tall.
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| Description | Shimmering plum-purple foliage with metallic silver highlights creates a tight mound and excellent contrast for its sprays of tiny white flowers and for variegated, silver and golden foliage plants. Ideal in rock gardens or mixed containers in bright to dappled shade. Evergreen in mild winter areas; an herbaceous perennial in colder regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Painted Fern (Athyrium) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring. |
Details
| Description | Shimmering plum-purple foliage with metallic silver highlights creates a tight mound and excellent contrast for its sprays of tiny white flowers and for variegated, silver and golden foliage plants. Ideal in rock gardens or mixed containers in bright to dappled shade. Evergreen in mild winter areas; an herbaceous perennial in colder regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Painted Fern (Athyrium) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Plum Pudding Heuchera produce flowers?
Early summer
Is Plum Pudding Heuchera evergreen or deciduous?
Plum Pudding Heuchera is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Plum Pudding Heuchera?
Plum Pudding Heuchera is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Plum Pudding Heuchera resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
How fast does Plum Pudding Heuchera grow?
Plum Pudding Heuchera has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Plum Pudding Heuchera in my landscape?
Plum Pudding Heuchera is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Plum Pudding Heuchera flowers?
Plum Pudding Heuchera produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Plum Pudding Heuchera?
Plum Pudding Heuchera has Purple foliage.
What plants grow well with Plum Pudding Heuchera?
Good companion plants for Plum Pudding Heuchera include: Astilbe (Astilbe); Hosta (Hosta); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Painted Fern (Athyrium).
How do I care for Plum Pudding Heuchera?
Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers part shade in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring.
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