× Heucherella 'Tapestry'PBR

RHS Plant Profile
heucherella 'Tapestry'
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Herbaceous Perennial

A clump-forming, compact, semi-evergreen perennial. It produces blueish-green lobed leaves with purple veins and slender stems of flowers are produced from late spring to summer.

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Saxifragaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
× Heucherella are hybrids between Heuchera and Tiarella, and are evergreen, clump-forming perennials with ovate or rounded leaves and open panicles of small bell-shaped pink or white flowers over a long period
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Plant in moisture retentive but well drained soil in partial shade in borders or containers.

Propagation

Propagate by division in autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Garden edging
  • Ground cover

Pruning

Remove any faded flowers or dead leaves

Pests

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to vine weevil, especially in containers.

Diseases

Generally disease-free