Species hairy alum root
White flowers with white buds, green stipules,, green leaves, light-yellow midrib

hairy alum root

Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly'

Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly' is an evergreen foliage plant with a soft and attractive foliage. Known as Hairy Alum Root, the foliage is deep green with silver veining. It matures to a maximum of 18 inches in height when given proper growing conditions. The flowers are tubular and white, and bloom in late spring. In the fall, the foliage takes on an attractive bronze-red hue. It prefers full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. 'Chantilly' is easy to grow in a variety of soil and climate conditions and resistant to deer and rabbits. This hardy perennial is perfect for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance and attractive foliage plant.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Creamy white Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

bronze,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Hairy alum root (Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly') should be watered thoroughly and deeply twice a week during its active growing season, which is generally spring through summer. In winter, when the plant is dormant, watering should be reduced to once per week. During periods of high heat and drought, plants may need additional water to thrive. Be sure not to overwater, as this can cause root rot. The soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings.

sunlight

Hairy alum root (Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly') prefers full sun in the morning and/or partial shade in the afternoon. Generally 6 hours of direct sunlight a day is ideal for this plant species. A location in a lightly wooded area or near a fence line is often ideal, as the plant is able to take full advantage of the morning sun while receiving shade and protection from the afternoon heat. In order to ensure proper growth and blooming, it is important to give your hairy alum root the correct amount of sunlight.

pruning

Hairy alum root (Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly') should be lightly pruned in early spring, before new growth begins. Remove any dead stems, as well as any weak or damaged stems. This will help promote healthier growth. In addition, they can also be lightly trimmed to maintain their desired shape or height. To retain the natural form of the plant, it is best to prune just the tips.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Heuchera villosa 'Chantilly' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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