Troubleshooting
Heuchera 'Sugar Berry' problems — and how to fix them
Heuchera 'Sugar Berry' (Heuchera 'Sugar Berry') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Crown rot
Excessive moisture at the crown causes decay; improve drainage and water at the base only.
Vine weevil
Root-feeding larvae cause wilting and plant loss; biological nematode treatment is effective in late summer.
Leaf scorch
Direct afternoon sun causes brown tips and bleaching; relocate to a shadier position.
Aphids
Soft shoot tips attract aphids in spring; remove by hand or treat with insecticidal soap.
Winter heave
Shallow crowns can be pushed out of soil by frost; mulch and firm back in after cold spells.
Prevent heuchera 'sugar berry' problems before they start
Most heuchera 'sugar berry' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Heuchera 'Sugar Berry' problems — FAQ
Why is my heuchera 'sugar berry' crown rot?
Excessive moisture at the crown causes decay; improve drainage and water at the base only.
Why is my heuchera 'sugar berry' vine weevil?
Root-feeding larvae cause wilting and plant loss; biological nematode treatment is effective in late summer.
Why is my heuchera 'sugar berry' leaf scorch?
Direct afternoon sun causes brown tips and bleaching; relocate to a shadier position.
Why is my heuchera 'sugar berry' aphids?
Soft shoot tips attract aphids in spring; remove by hand or treat with insecticidal soap.
Why is my heuchera 'sugar berry' winter heave?
Shallow crowns can be pushed out of soil by frost; mulch and firm back in after cold spells.