Dappled shade, full shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Heucheras are attractive, mound-forming plants, perfect for growing in light shade. There are many heuchera cultivars to choose from, coming in a range of unusual colours and forms.
Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles' has exquisite chocolate coloured leaves with a rich burgundy underside. In summer masses of creamy white flowers appear on tall stems. It's more drought tolerant than other heucheras, making it an ideal choice for growing in dry shade, such as beneath trees and shrubs.
Grow Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles' in partial shade towards the front of the border, or in containers to brighten up a shady spot, in moist but well-drained soil or compost. Trim away tired foliage in spring.
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Heuchera ‘Chocolate ruffles’ and wildlife
Heuchera ‘Chocolate ruffles’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Heuchera ‘Chocolate ruffles’ poisonous?
Heuchera ‘Chocolate ruffles’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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