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Great Plant Pick: Heuchera “Green Spice”

Published 1:30 am Wednesday, May 17, 2023

This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, particularly during cooler weather. (Richie Steffen)
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This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, particularly during cooler weather. (Richie Steffen)

This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, particularly during cooler weather. (Richie Steffen)
This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, particularly during cooler weather. (Richie Steffen)

What: Good things often do come in small packages and Heuchera “Green Spice” is no exception. This charming perennial is small, but with green and silvery foliage as well as purple veining, particularly during cooler weather.

Where: Plant heucheras in full sun to light or open shade. The soil can be average or sandy, but must be well-drained.

Size: Grows to 7 inches tall and 1 foot, 6 inches wide in 10 years.

Care: Water at least occasionally during dry weather, but regular watering is important if grown in full sun.

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