'Silver Scrolls' heuchera (Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls')
HEW-ker-ah
Genus:
Heuchera
Heucheras make excellent foliage plants for sun to part shade gardens. Most flowers are not as impressive as the foliage, but they do add a second level of interest. 'Silver Scrolls' heuchera's leaves are burgundy overlaid with silver and withstand even hot summers, unlike many other silver plants. It grows up to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Clumps or mounds of heart-shaped, boldy veined leaves. The flowers are white and borne in narrow panicles in spring.
Care:
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in sun to part shade. The rootstalk tends to grow upwards, so mulch annualy to keep covered. May need to lift and replant with the crown just above the soil.
Propagation:
Sow seed in containers in spring. Divide in autumn.
Problems:
Foliar nematodes, rust, powdery mildew, and leaf spots.
Overview
Height
1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread
6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit
Clumps
Growth Pace
Moderate Grower
Light
Full Sun Only
Moisture
Medium Moisture
Maintenance
Low
Characteristics
Showy Foliage
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Silver/Grey
Uses
Beds and Borders,
Container,
Foliage,
Edging,
Shade,
Sun
Seasonal Interest
Summer Interest
Type
Perennials