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Heuckera 'Lime Ricky'
Heuchera micrantha
'Lime Rickey'
Heuchera 'Lime Leaky' is a perennial plant characterized by its unique bright lime-colored leaves. It has the following characteristics and cultivation methods: Growth Characteristics: - Leaf Color and Shape: It has bright, vivid lime-colored leaves with wavy edges. - Growing Environment: It thrives in partial shade and prefers soil with moderate moisture and good drainage. - Size: Mature plants grow to approximately 30–45 cm in height and 30–45 cm in width. - Flowering Season: It blooms with small white or pale pink flowers mainly in early summer. Propagation Methods: - Division: It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Divide a mature plant into several small clumps and plant them. - Seeds: It can be propagated by seeds, but division is generally more common and efficient. Cultivation Methods: - Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil is preferred. 2. Watering: Water consistently while avoiding overwatering. Proper moisture supply is especially important during the summer. - Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and autumn. - Care: Remove fallen leaves and withered flower stalks to keep the plant tidy. Uses in the Garden: - Border Planting: Its bright leaf color makes it excellent for border planting. - Ground Cover: Its low height and spreadability make it suitable as a ground cover plant. - Container Gardening: It grows well in pots or containers and blends harmoniously with other perennials. Important Pests and Control Methods: - Snails and Slugs: They may gnaw on the leaves; control them using beer traps or snail-specific repellents. - Root Rot: This can occur due to overwatering, so ensure good drainage and use fungicides if necessary. 3. Spider Mites: These can occur in dry environments, so maintain humidity and use pest-specific soap or oil if necessary. Through proper care and careful observation, you can maintain the healthy and beautiful growth of 'Lime Ricky'.
Plant Family
Saxifragaceae
Height
20~60cm
Spread
30~60cm
Colors
green
Bloom Period
April to August
Water Needs
commonly
Exposure
semi-shaded area
Freezing Resistance
-30°C
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Heuchera micrantha
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Heuchera micrantha
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