Dolce® Silver Gumdrop Heuchera Plant

Looking to brighten up your shade garden with some silver sparkle? Heuchera Silver Gumdrop delivers! Unlike most silver-leaved Heucheras, this one has vibrant pink flowers instead of the typical white or cream, offering a delightful contrast to its iridescent, semi-glossy silver leaves. It’s smaller in scale, making it the perfect pick for containers, but don’t let its size fool you—it’s a vigorous grower with plenty of charm. As a bonus, the leaves take on a rosy blush later in the season, adding extra interest to your garden.

This Heuchera is a hybrid from the Heuchera villosa species, meaning it can handle the heat and humidity better than most. Native to the southeastern U.S., Heuchera villosa is known for its toughness and late-blooming charm. With Silver Gumdrop, you get the best of both worlds—beautiful, heat-tolerant foliage and showy midsummer flowers.

Like all Dolce® Series plants, Silver Gumdrop is grown without harmful pesticides, making it a safe and eco-friendly choice for your garden and the environment.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F—perfect for brightening up those shady spots!

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained, fertile soil but will thrive in average garden conditions with acidic to neutral pH.

Watering Specifics:

• - Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots—after that, moderate watering will keep it happy.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring will enhance its foliage and flowers.

Pruning and Training:

• - Remove spent flowers and trim any damaged leaves to keep it looking fresh and tidy throughout the season.

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-free, though slugs may appear in overly wet conditions—but don’t worry, deer tend to avoid it!

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives with 4-6 hours of sunlight but can also grow well with no direct light, making it great for shadier spots.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - It can handle temperatures down to -30°F.