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Garden Diary
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Tiarella ‘Skeleton Key’
Foamflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.516.240
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 skeletal appearance. Delicate spikes of airy white flowers appear in late spring. An excellent choice for edging in the shade garden. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. Registered with COPF: royalty required for propagation.
Further details for
Tiarella ‘Skeleton Key’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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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
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Deer Resistant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Massed
Woodland
Height
20-30 cm
8-12 inches
Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 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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