Foam Flower
Introduce a mystical touch to your spring garden with the Foam Flower (Tiarella cordifolia). This fascinating perennial forms lush patches on the forest floor, showcasing large, handsome, maple-like leaves. White, feathery plumes rise from these green carpets, creating bursts of bloom that embody the essence of spring. Also known as Mitrewort, this plant is deer resistant and thrives in conditions ranging from full sun to partial shade. It is excellent for mass plantings and naturalizing areas, offering beauty and resilience to your landscape.
$14.39
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2688
/ 3268
#2688 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Mature Height
1218
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Ideal Shade Groundcover
- Low Maintenance and Hardy
- Native Pollinator Support
Who should skip it
- Specific Environmental Needs
- Aggressive Spreading Potential
- Intolerant of Disturbance
Key Specs
Mature Height
12-18 inches
Mature Spread
12-24 inches
Flower Size
2-4 inches long
Growing Zones
3-8
Light Requirements
Full Shade, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Features
- Mystical white, feathery plumes bloom in spring.
- Deer and rabbit resistant foliage.
- Attracts beneficial bees to your garden.
- Native North American plant.
- Ideal for mass plantings.
- Naturalizes well in garden settings.
What customers say
Customers highly value the Foam Flower for its reliable performance and aesthetic appeal in challenging shade gardens. The delicate, airy flowers perfectly match their foamy description, offering beautiful spring contrast in woodland settings. Buyers consistently report receiving high-quality, viable stock, whether bare roots or plugs. Once established, this plant excels as a low maintenance groundcover, extending its ornamental interest beyond the bloom with attractive fall foliage. Its long term success and dense coverage confirm it as an excellent, dependable addition to the shade landscape, providing significant horticultural value.
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