Overview
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, containers and ground cover.
About
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar within the genus Heuchera, which belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. This plant thrives in partial shade on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for use in borders, containers, or as ground cover. Propagation is typically by division in autumn.
About the genus
Heuchera is a genus of largely evergreen perennial plants in the family Saxifragaceae. All species are native to North America except for Heuchera sichotensis, native to the Russian Far East. Common names include alumroot and coral bells.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heuchera
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls'
- Propagation
- Division in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Heuchera rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls'?
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' need?
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' hardy in the UK?
Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Heuchera 'Silver Scrolls'?
Division in autumn.
More in the Heuchera genus
- Heuchera 'Cappuccino'
- Heuchera amer. 'Dale's Strain'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoidesCoral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Blooms' Variety'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Coral Cloud'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Oakington Jewel'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Pearl Drops'Coral Bells
- Heuchera × brizoides 'Sparkler'Coral Bells