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Garden Diary
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Tiarella ‘Lacquer Leaf’
Foamflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.516.460
Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells, with similar sprays of flowers over a low clump of foliage. This recent selection features glossy dark-green maple-shaped leaves. Delicate spikes of fragrant, near white flowers appear in late spring. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. A terrific edging plant for the moist woodland garden, combining especially well with dwarf Hostas and all kinds of ferns. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. Registered with COPF: royalty required for propagation.
Further details for
Tiarella ‘Lacquer Leaf’
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
Fragrant
Massed
Woodland
Height
25-30 cm
10-12 inches
Spread
25-40 cm
10-16 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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