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Prairie alumroot is a popular choice for ground cover, though the green or white flowers can be an added interest in a prairie or rock garden in midspring to early summer. This is a durable, long-lasting perennial that is easy to grow in sunny to partially shady areas with well-draining soils.
This plant tolerates more sun in the northern reaches of its native range. Partial shade is preferred in hot, dry, or more southern climates. Prairie Alumroot has relatively shallow roots and benefits from having a winter mulch applied – especially in cool weather climates.
Plant Type: Flowering Perennials; Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6+ Hrs), Part Sun / Shade (3-6 Hrs) Height: Short (1-3') Moisture: Dry, Medium; Bloom Months: May, June, July; Moisture Needs: Normal; Season of Interest: Summer (Jun-Aug) Ecological Significance: Native Bee Friendly, Hummingbird Friendly
Heuchera richardsonii, commonly called prairie alumroot or Richardson's alumroot, is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial native to portions of the north-central United States and south-central Canada.
3 dni temu · Heuchera richardsonii, or Prairie Alumroot, is native to the Midwest. Its usual habitat is prairies and savanna woodlands, tolerating full to partial sun and a wide range of soil moisture conditions. It typically produces green to white flowers from May to July.
Prairie Alumroot (Heuchera richardsonii affinis) Description: This herbaceous perennial plant consists of a rosette of basal leaves. The mature leaves are about 3-5" across, palmately lobed, and orbicular or slightly cordate in shape.
30 sty 2024 · Prairie Alumroot. Heuchera richardsonii. Description & Overview. This Wisconsin native perennial begins as a mound of green leaves which give rise to a wiry, hairy stalk that produces inconspicuous drooping flowers.
