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Alum Root, Coral Bells
Heuchera sanguinea

Saxifragaceae

Evergreen; mostly basal, orbicular leaves have scalloped edges; 1/4" bell-shaped flowers on panicles.

Plant Form or Habit: rounded

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: beds & borders

Propagation: seed division stem cuttings leaf cuttings

Light Requirement: medium low

Flower Color: red, pink, white

Blooming Period: spring summer

Height: 12-15"

Width: 10'

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Purple foliage varieties available; requires good drainage; deadhead; shallow rooted; tend to be short lived.

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