The Foam Flower, known by its scientific name, Tiarella cordifolia, is a wildflower known for forming tall clumps with heart-shaped lobed leaves. The species grows wild in various places, such as North America, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec, Georgia, Maine, Tennessee, Ohio, Minnesota, and Kentucky.
Where To Plant Foam Flower
It thrives in white cedar forests, hemlock, stream banks, and deciduous woodlands. It can commonly be seen growing wild near creeks and streams. In spring, its foliage features starry white and pink-toned florets covering the ground. It’s perfect for shade gardens and woodlands with moist and well-drained soil.
Foam Flower Is An Semi Evergreen
The semi-evergreen and glossy leaves have long petioles that extend directly from the runners. The florets have long stamens that create a feathery or foamy appearance. The small lopsided capsule separates into two segments and contains a black shiny seed. The plant grows with an equal spread and measures 1’ tall, forming small colonies of dense clumps.
Foam Flower Is Perfect For A Ground Cover
They provide good ground cover - ideal for shade and wildlife gardens. They attract butterflies and are often used as nectar plants or as part of a mass or group planting.
Foam Flower looks beautiful in rock gardens, cottage gardens, and perennial borders. They also make an excellent addition to any landscaping design. Foam flowers are easy to care for and look fabulous when planted alone or with other plants. They add color, brightness, texture, and fullness to any garden, yard, or landscape.
Hardy Planting Zone – USDA 4 through 9 Bloom Season – Spring and fall Bloom Color – White or pink Height at Maturity – 6” to 12” inches Soil Type Preferred – Average soil, fertile soil, moisture retentive Sun or Shade – Part sun, shade