Overwintering guide
How to overwinter heuchera 'sparkling burgundy'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' in winter
Cutting heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' — FAQ
Does heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' need to come indoors for winter?
Heuchera 'Sparkling Burgundy' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 4 — winter lows around -34°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Heuchera 'Sparkling Burgundy' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' over winter?
Cutting heuchera 'sparkling burgundy' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.