Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Alumroot
American alumroot
Coral bells
Rock geranium
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Width (ft)
1.0 -
1.5
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Rabbit resistant
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: Dry-mesic to dry, often rocky forests, woodlands, and outcrops. Frequent to common in the Virginia mountains and Piedmont; infrequent in the inner Coastal Plain; rare to absent in the outer Coastal Plain
Wildlife Value: Members of the genus Heuchera support specialized bees. Bees, hummingbirds and other pollinating insects enjoy the nectar from the flowers
High Value Generalist
Earth Sangha lists this plant as a "High Value Generalist" because it is easy to grow, occurs across a wide range of habitats and is known to be of high value to wildlife
Flower Color
Cream/White
Green
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Bloom Month
April
May
June
July
August
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Average
Soil Texture
High organic matter
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds
Commercially available
Yes
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)
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