Hairy Alumroot

Heuchera Villosa

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Overview

Heuchera villosa, commonly known as Hairy Alumroot, is a perennial valued for its mounded foliage and delicate, bell-shaped blooms. Preferring partial shade, it thrives in well-drained soil, reaching 12-18 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches wide. Its richly colored leaves, ranging from green to maroon, provide a striking textural contrast in garden designs. The plant is hardy, low maintenance, and attracts pollinators while resisting deer.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 4–9Climate Temperate

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — commonly known as Hairy Alumroot

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — it thrives in well-drained soil

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — Its richly colored leaves

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — reaching 12-18 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches wide

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — provide a striking textural contrast in garden designs

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — ranging from green to maroon

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — scientifically named Heuchera villosa

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–18 Inches

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — commonly known as Hairy Alumroot

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — it thrives in well-drained soil

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — Its richly colored leaves

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — reaching 12-18 inches in height and spreading 12-24 inches wide

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — provide a striking textural contrast in garden designs

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — ranging from green to maroon

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — scientifically named Heuchera villosa

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — The plant is hardy, low maintenance, and attracts pollinators while resisting deer

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — Native to the southeastern United States

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — this hardy plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — hairy leaves that span between 4 and 8 inches in breadth

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — Hairy Alumroot has a rich texture that adds depth to garden designs

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — with some cultivars offering variegated or deeply veined leaves

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — Its foliage presents a dynamic range of colors from green to maroon

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — but what it lacks in size

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — it makes up for in visual impact

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — slender stems rise above the foliage

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — dainty bell-shaped flowers on tall

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — capable of enduring brief periods of full sun

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — These blooms add a delicate touch of white to light pink hues

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — extending the plant's height an additional 18 to 24 inches

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — It's best planted in well-drained soil that's rich in organic matter

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — particularly in cooler climates

Hairy Alumroot (Heuchera Villosa) — and adding texture to woodland settings

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