Overview
Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Heuchera, part of the Saxifragaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' grows best in partial shade and shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and groundcover.
About
A compact perennial with silvery-white leaves edged in green and pink, producing delicate pink flowers on slender stems.
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, shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, groundcover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting'
- Cultivation
- Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower stalks and trim back old foliage in early spring.
- Propagation
- division, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworms, Vine weevil
- Disease resistance
- Heuchera rust
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting'?
Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
Where is the best place to plant Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting'?
Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' prefers partial shade and shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' need?
Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting'?
Remove spent flower stalks and trim back old foliage in early spring.
Is Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' hardy in the UK?
Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Heuchera 'Sugar Frosting'?
Division, cuttings.
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More in the Heuchera genus
- Heuchera 'Cappuccino'
- Heuchera amer. 'Dale's Strain'Coral Bells
- Heuchera americanaAmerican alum root
- Heuchera cylindricaroundleaf alum root
- Heuchera cylindrica 'Hyperion'alum root 'Hyperion'
- Heuchera micranthasmall-leaved alum root
- Heuchera sanguineacoral bells
- Heuchera sanguinea 'Bressingham Blaze'Coral Bells