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Tiarella wherryi 'Oakleaf' (Foam flower)



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Tiarella wherryi 'Oakleaf' Common Name: Foam flower Synonyms: Tiarella cordifolia var. collina 'Oakleaf' Genus: Tiarella
This cultivar of the North American species has reddish, deeply lobed, oak-like leaves that mature to dark green with burgundy splashes. From late spring to early summer it produces a profusion of starry pink flowers for up to 8 weeks. Plants grow to about 18 inches tall and wide.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Tiarellas are at home in moist woodland environments. In the garden they make wonderful carpets of intricate leaves. Grow 'Oakleaf' as a groundcover or edger in a shady border or woodland garden. It is a great foil to early spring bulbs.
 Care: Provide moist, rich soil in part or full shade.
 Propagation: Divide the rhizomes in spring
 Problems: Rust, powdery mildew, slugs, weevils
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Adaptable
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Native; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Spring
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing, Waterside
Style Shade, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

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