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Crevice alumroot

Heuchera micrantha

Crevice alumroot
Photo: (c) Noah How, some rights reserved (CC BY) · iNaturalist

About Crevice alumroot

Crevice alumroot is a delightful native plant that brings subtle beauty to any garden. This little perennial produces delicate flowers that pollinators absolutely love, making it a wonderful addition if you want to support local wildlife. The foliage is attractive year-round, adding texture and interest to shady corners or between rocks where other plants struggle. It's the kind of unassuming treasure that gardeners discover and then can't stop planting.

Growing crevice alumroot is wonderfully simple. It prefers shade or partial shade and doesn't ask for much once established. Plant it where it has decent drainage, perhaps nestled in a rock garden or along a woodland path. Water it occasionally until it gets going, then let nature take over. You'll find this sturdy perennial rewards your patience with years of quiet, steady beauty.

Native to 9 states