Big Top Caramel Apple
Heuchera 'Big Top Caramel Apple'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 16-20 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown slightly above soil level to prevent rot |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining, moist |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Cordate (Heart-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Caramel, bronze, red |
| Bloom | Cream to white |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division, tissue culture |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Hummingbirds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hostas, Astilbe, Ferns |
Where it came from
| Grower | BlewLabel |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Protect from hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Maintenance
Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor and prevent woody centers.
Cleanup
Remove tattered foliage in early spring; do not cut back in fall.
Notes
Part of the Big Top series, noted for large, deeply lobed caramel-colored leaves.