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California Native Plant

Heuchera maxima

Island Alum Root

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Amy West

 

Description

This large leaf native Heuchera from which many hybrids have been derived will reach about 3' tall in bloom and has deep green leaves with white flowers with a touch of pink.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, With Rocks

Special Uses

Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.