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Showing posts with label Tiarella cordifolia. Show all posts
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Monday, March 18, 2024

Foamflowers, Tiarella cordifolia

Facts about Foamflower, Tiarella cordifolia:

Appearance:
--Heart-shaped, lobed leaves that are typically green but can have some burgundy variegation, especially in cooler weather.
--White flowers with long stamens that bloom in late spring on slender stalks rising above the foliage.
--Grows to be about 10-14 inches tall.
--Habitat: Prefers shaded areas with moist, well-drained soil. Found in woodlands and forests of eastern North America.

Uses:
--Shade tolerant groundcover for gardens.
--Easy to grow and low maintenance.
--Deer resistant.

Other:
--Also known as Heartleaf Foamflower.
--A member of the Saxifrage family.
--Considered a "showy" wildflower.