Tiarella cordifolia

Creeping Foamflower

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.516.050

Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells. This species is a native wildflower, and a parent to many of the new hybrids. Plants form a spreading mat of scalloped green leaves, turning bronze in colder months and remaining evergreen in mild winter regions. Short sprays of airy white flowers appear in early summer. An excellent woodland groundcover, preferring rich, moist soil. Runners are produced in summer and these trail around the plant, rooting to form new plantlets. These can be easily moved in early spring to start a new patch.

Further details for
Tiarella cordifolia

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Partial Shade or
Full Shade

Soil Type
Sandy or
Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
White

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Wild Flower
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Small

Height
15-30 cm
6-12 inches

Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.