What's eating my poker alumroot?

Poker alumroot (Heuchera cylindrica) is most threatened by vine weevils, whose grubs destroy roots. Foliar pests include strawberry root weevil and the occasional aphid on new growth. Deer and rabbits may browse the foliage but generally find Heuchera unpalatable. Good drainage and healthy soil reduce most pest pressure.

Adult notches leaf edges; C-shaped grubs eat roots, causing sudden wilting and plant collapse Apply nematodes (Steinernema kraussei) to moist soil in late summer or early autumn; repot and discard infested compost

Soft-bodied insects cluster on new shoots and leaf undersides, causing distorted, sticky foliage Blast off with a strong water spray; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil if colonies persist

Ragged holes in leaves, especially on young emerging growth in spring and after rain Remove by hand at night; use iron phosphate slug pellets around the crown; clear debris hiding spots