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Tiarella ‘Ninja’
Foamflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.516.210
Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells, with similar sprays of flowers over a low clump of foliage. This selection has deeply-cut green leaves with a black star pattern in the middle. Delicate spikes of airy white flowers appear in late spring. An excellent choice for edging in the shade garden. Winter foliage colour is rich purple-black. USPP#11168: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for Tiarella ‘Ninja’
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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
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Flower Colour White
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 Massed Woodland
Height 20-40 cm 8-16 inches
Spread 25-30 cm 10-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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