Species foam flower

foam flower

Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf'

Foam flower (Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf' ) is a hardy perennial herbaceous plant that is native to North America.It is grown for its evergreen foliage and its white flowers that bloom from mid-spring to late summer. The pointed, lobed leaves have a lacquer-like sheen that gives the plant its name. Its airy white flowers with pink centers add interest to any garden space. This plant can tolerate full sun in cooler climates, but prefers partial to full shade in more temperate areas. Foam flower makes an excellent border plant or for naturalizing in woodland and shade gardens. With minimal maintenance, it will provide effortless beauty for years to come.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

White tinged with coral Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Part shade,full shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf' regularly and frequently to keep the soil evenly moist. Water in the early morning and aim to avoid letting the soil dry out completely. Dampen the soil with a garden hose or watering can. Give the Foam Flower 1-1.5 inches of water at a time. Be sure to avoid getting water on the plant foliage. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings and reduce watering frequency if rainfall is sufficient. In the winter, water less frequently to avoid root rot.

sunlight

Foam flower (Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf') prefers bright indirect light and does best in partial shade or beneath high tree canopies. It can tolerate short periods of direct sunlight but should be sheltered from the scorching afternoon sun. In general, provide 4-6 hours of light each day. Avoid any areas with deep shade as this will likely lead to leggy growth.

pruning

Foam flower (Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf') should be pruned in late winter or early spring, just before new growth occurs. Pruning should be done judiciously, and only light pruning is necessary. The primary purpose of pruning should be to remove any dead or damaged stems, as well as to encourage strong and upright growth. No more than 1/3 of the plant should be pruned at 1 time to ensure that the plant isn't weakened. After pruning, it's essential to keep the area around the plant weed-free and fertilize it regularly.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Tiarella 'Lacquer Leaf' typically starts flowering in April.

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