Summary
With attractive medium-green lobed leaves and 8-10” tall stems covered in tiny white to pinkish-white flowers, foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia) stands out in the garden as a reliable groundcover for shaded areas. Foamflower thrives in average to moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. This charming perennial is frequently used as a filler in woodland gardens because of its carefree nature and adaptability. It makes an excellent garden companion for creeping phlox (Phlox stolonifera), Dutchman’s-breeches (Dicentra cucullaria), blue wood aster (Symphyotrichum cordifolium) northern lady fern (Athyrium angustum), broad-leaved goldenrod (Solidago flexicaulis), and large-flowered trillium (Trillium grandiflorum). Zones 4-9.
More Details
- Plant Type
perennial - Sun/Shade Conditions
partial-to-full-shade - Soil Moisture
average-to-moist, dry-to-moist - Flowering Period
early-to-mid-spring - Soil PH
adaptable - Flower Color
white - Summer Foliage Color
green - Fall Foliage Color
green - Other Common Names
heartleaf foamflower - Fruit/Seed Color
tan
Additional Information
Flora of North America, Missouri Botanical Garden, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center,