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Garden Diary
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Tiarella ‘Dark Eyes’
Foamflower |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.516.130
Foamflowers are close cousins to the Coral-bells, with similar sprays of flowers over a low clump of foliage. This selection has deep-green maple-shaped leaves with a black blotch in the centre. Delicate spikes of soft-pink flowers appear in late spring. An excellent choice for edging in the shade garden. Also useful in tubs or mixed containers. Evergreen in mild winter regions. Winter foliage colour is rich bronzy-purple. Registered with COPF: royalty required for propagation.
Further details for
Tiarella ‘Dark Eyes’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Partial Shade or
Full Shade
Soil Type
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Light Pink
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Purple Black
Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Deer Resistant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Ground Cover
Massed
Woodland
Height
20-40 cm
8-16 inches
Spread
25-40 cm
10-16 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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