Foamflower
Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia): A Lush, Shade-Loving Native
Foamflower is a beautiful, low-growing perennial prized for its delicate, foamy white flower spikes that bloom in spring and its lush, deeply lobed foliage. This shade-loving native thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and ground cover plantings. Its semi-evergreen leaves provide year-round interest, often turning rich bronze or burgundy in fall. Foamflower is deer-resistant, attracts pollinators, and spreads gently without becoming invasive, making it an excellent choice for naturalizing in shaded landscapes.
Foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia): A Lush, Shade-Loving Native
Foamflower is a beautiful, low-growing perennial prized for its delicate, foamy white flower spikes that bloom in spring and its lush, deeply lobed foliage. This shade-loving native thrives in moist, well-drained soils, making it perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and ground cover plantings. Its semi-evergreen leaves provide year-round interest, often turning rich bronze or burgundy in fall. Foamflower is deer-resistant, attracts pollinators, and spreads gently without becoming invasive, making it an excellent choice for naturalizing in shaded landscapes.
Plant Specs:
-Botanical Name: Tiarella cordifolia
-Common Name: Foamflower
-Native Rang: Eatern North America, from Canada to the Southeastern United States (primarily along the Apalachian Mountains)
-Mature Size: 6-12 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
-Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
-Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich in organic matter
-Water needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil but is drought-tolerant once established
-Bloom time: Early to mid-spring (typically April-May)
-Flower color: White to pale pink, with a froth like appearance
-Wildlife benefits: Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies; provides groundcover for small mammals
-Deer resistance: Moderate; generally considered to be deer resistant
-Growth Habit: Spreads by rhizomes, forming a dense, low-growing groundcover
