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Heuchera 'Amber Waves’

Heuchera 'Amber Waves’ Photo/Illustration: Jennifer Benner



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Heuchera 'Amber Waves’ HEW-ker-ah Genus: Heuchera
Bright lime green foliage and perky rose-colored flowers in spring make this plant a great selection. It turns a nice orange in autumn.
 Care: Likes morning light. If planted in afternoon light, make sure bed receives plenty of water.
 Propagation: Sow seed in containers in spring. Divide in autumn.
 Problems: Foliar nematodes, rust, powdery mildew, and leaf spots.
Growth Habit Clumps
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Attracts Hummingbirds; Showy Fall Foliage; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Spring
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower
Style Shade, Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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