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Tiarella ‘Iron Butterfly’


Foamflower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.516.420


Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells, with similar sprays of flowers over a low clump of foliage. This selection has large, deeply-cut leaves, edged in dark green with a purple-black centre. Delicate spikes of fragrant, soft-pink flowers appear in late spring. An excellent choice for edging in the shade garden. Also useful in tubs or mixed containers. Evergreen in mild winter regions. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. USPP#12396: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Tiarella ‘Iron Butterfly’

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
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Purple Black
  Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   20-40 cm
   8-16 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 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.












Tiarella ‘Iron Butterfly’


Foamflower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.516.420


Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells, with similar sprays of flowers over a low clump of foliage. This selection has large, deeply-cut leaves, edged in dark green with a purple-black centre. Delicate spikes of fragrant, soft-pink flowers appear in late spring. An excellent choice for edging in the shade garden. Also useful in tubs or mixed containers. Evergreen in mild winter regions. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. USPP#12396: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Tiarella ‘Iron Butterfly’

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
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Purple Black
  Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Medium
Height
   20-40 cm
   8-16 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 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.