What's eating my fire alarm heuchera?

Fire Alarm Heuchera's vivid red foliage is primarily threatened by vine weevil larvae, which destroy roots and cause sudden plant death. Adults notch leaf margins. Aphids feed on flower stems in spring. Root nematode drenches in late summer, combined with aphid control when needed, keep this heuchera performing well.

Adults create notched leaf margins; larvae consume roots until the crown detaches and plant dies Apply Steinernema kraussei nematodes to moist soil in late August; inspect and replace dead-crowned plants

Clusters of green or black aphids on flower scapes and tender new growth in spring Blast with water; use insecticidal soap spray; foster natural predators like lacewings and ladybirds

Holes and ragged edges on lower leaves during wet periods, particularly in spring Use iron phosphate pellets; keep crown area clear of mulch contact; hand-pick at night