Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Saxifragaceae

Genus:

Heuchera

Species:

Heuchera pubescens

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink, Yellow

Native Range

United States: Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★★★ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky outcrops and limestone areas

Germination Information