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Heuchera 'Melting Fire' - Melting Fire Alum Root

Market price from $2.80 to $4.20

Heuchera 'Melting Fire' is a captivating perennial plant, also known as the Melting Fire Alum Root. It elegantly unifies depth of color and low-maintenance care for an effortlessly vibrant addition to any garden. Savored for its distinctive foliage, the plant's ruffled crimson-leaves make a bold entrance in the spring and mature to a dramatic maroon by summer's peak. This rich tapestry of color, combined with petite, bell-shaped, cream-colored flowers, offers a striking visual contrast and presents a delightful draw for hummingbirds. Measuring a compact 1 to 2 feet in height, it's ideally suited for both border and container displays. Thriving in partial shade to full sun, this hardy plant flourishes across various soil conditions and requires moderate water usage. Complementing its attractive aesthetics, this Heuchera variety is impressively resilient, showcasing high resistance to deer, making it a practical yet eye-catching feature in your outdoor space.

  • Size: 1 to 2 feet tall
  • Flowers: Small, bell-shaped, cream-colored flowers
  • Foilage: Vibrant, ruffled, crimson-red leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Partial shade to full sun
  • Resistance: Highly resistant to deer
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