foam flower

Foam Flower (Tiarella 'Heronswood Mist') should be watered when the top of the soil is dry, usually once every 2-3 days. This plant likes regular water - make sure that it never dries out completely or is over-watered. It's important to provide the plant just the right amount of water - about 1-2 inches per week. To ensure that the roots are receiving enough moisture without becoming water-logged, water slowly so that the water can thoroughly penetrate the soil. Also, water at the base of the plant and avoid splashing water on the foliage.

Foam flower (Tiarella 'Heronswood Mist') prefers to grow in partial shade, meaning it needs some sunlight, but not too much. The optimal amount of sunlight would be bright dappled shade or morning sun, with a few hours of morning or late afternoon being the ideal amount. Too much direct sunlight can cause leaf scorching and reduce flowering. Depending on the location, sediment may require more or less sunlight. A northern location may require an extra hour of sunlight, while a southern location may need to be protected from direct afternoon sun.

The foam flower, or Tiarella 'Heronswood Mist', should be pruned annually in early spring. Pruning should be done before any new growth starts, or late winter if the temperatures allow. Remove any dead or damaged stems as well as any stems that are crossing over to create a clean, symmetrical shape. Cut or pinch back old flowering stems to the base to keep the plant tidy and maintain a nice shape. Deadheading spent flowers after flowering will extend blooming time and can be done by cutting the stem back to the base. Foam flower can also be pruned back in mid-summer after flowering if the plant has become lanky or if you wish to reduce the size of the clumps.